- Matchup: Portland Trail Blazers vs Los Angeles Lakers
- Date: Monday, October 27, 2025
- Venue: crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
- Broadcast: Spectrum Sportsnet
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The Los Angeles Lakers (1-1) welcome the Portland Trail Blazers (1-1) at crypto.com Arena on Monday evening.
In their most recent game, the Trail Blazers triumphed over the Warriors with a score of 139-119. Portland achieved a stellar shooting percentage of 53.8% (50 of 93) and made 16 out of 34 three-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they converted 23 of 25, yielding an impressive 92.0% success rate. They scooped up 33 rebounds, including 5 on the offensive end, and dished out 30 assists. Defensively, they forced the Warriors into 25 turnovers and recorded 13 steals. The Trail Blazers allowed their opponents a shooting percentage of 43.8% (35 out of 80). Meanwhile, the Warriors accumulated 24 assists, 12 steals, and a total of 50 rebounds (11 offensive, 39 defensive) along with 5 blocks. Golden State shot 84.6% from the free-throw line, converting 33 of 39 attempts, and hit 16 of 38 from beyond the arc. Fouls tallied 28 for Portland and 22 for Golden State.
Deni Avdija notably contributed in this matchup, scoring 26 points with an 11 of 18 shooting performance. In 29 minutes of play, he grabbed 5 rebounds and also provided 6 assists, showcasing shooting efficiency at 61.1% from the field.
The Trail Blazers enter this matchup with a record of 1-1 for the season. They are averaging 17.5 turnovers per game, while committing 22.5 personal fouls. As a team, Portland is securing 38.5 rebounds per game and has accumulated 55 assists this season, ranking 14th in the league for passing efficiency. The Trail Blazers hit 38.2% of their three-point attempts (29 of 76) and maintain a free-throw conversion rate of 86.7%. Averaging 126.5 points per game (7th in the league), they are shooting 47.0% from the floor.
On the defensive front, the Trail Blazers force 22.0 turnovers and commit an average of 25.5 fouls. They rank 5th in allowing assists to their opponents, with 45 given up this campaign. Portland’s defense has allowed a field goal percentage of 46.4% (77 of 166) and an average of 43.0 rebounds per game. Opponents shoot 45.6% from beyond the arc, placing Portland 12th in opponent points per game (118.5).
In their last game, the Lakers achieved a victory over the Timberwolves, concluding at 128-110. Los Angeles struggled on the boards, allowing Minnesota to collect 57 rebounds overall (17 offensive). The Lakers converted 34.2% of their three-point shots (13 of 38) and achieved 15 of 21 from the free-throw line (71.4%). The Timberwolves hit 41 of their 88 attempts from the floor for a shooting percentage of 46.6%. The Lakers shot 45 for 76 overall, translating to 59.2%. From downtown, Los Angeles made 12 of 29 attempts (41.4%) while converting 26 of 32 free throws for an 81.3% success rate. The Timberwolves committed 27 fouls, which sent the Lakers to the charity stripe for 32 attempts. The Lakers recorded 12 turnovers and achieved 6 steals, along with 41 total rebounds (29 defensive, 12 offensive).
Luka Doncic made a significant impact for the Lakers, scoring 49 points in 35 minutes, with 8 assists to boot. He achieved 14 of 23 shooting, showcasing a field goal percentage of 60.9%, and collected 11 rebounds.
With a season record of 1-1, the Lakers average 20.5 personal fouls per game and shoot 71.7% from the free-throw line. They provide 24.5 assists per contest (ranking 19th in the league) while averaging 16.0 turnovers per game. So far this season, Los Angeles has tallied 237 points (118.5 per game) and grabbed 38.5 rebounds per game. Offensively, they lead the league with a shooting percentage of 56.9% from the field.
Defensively, the Lakers rank 9th in the NBA for points allowed per game, surrendering 114.5. They force an average of 15.5 turnovers and allow opponents to shoot 47.6% from the field (ranking 20th). The Lakers grant a 38.5% success rate on three-point shots (30 of 78) and their opponents convert 82.0% of free throws. They concede 26.5 assists and 40.0 rebounds per game, ranking 22nd and 5th in the NBA, respectively.
Who will secure victory in tonight’s NBA spread?
Pick: Bet on Portland
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