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Portland Defeats Phoenix 111-110 - Recap

CJ McCollum poured in 30 points for Portland on Monday, as they defeated Phoenix 111-110 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.

Bettors who backed the Trail Blazers were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -2.5. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 227.0.

Damian Lillard had 27 points for Portland and Carmelo Anthony chipped in with 23 points. CJ McCollum had 6 assists for the Trail Blazers, while Hassan Whiteside was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 14 boards.

The Suns got a 24-point performance from Kelly Oubre Jr., who was supported by 17 points from Frank Kaminsky. Ricky Rubio had 14 assists in a losing cause for Phoenix, while Ricky Rubio grabbed 11 rebounds.

The Trail Blazers hit the break losing 67-59 before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored Phoenix as they grabbed 44 boards, while Portland only had 41

Portland heads into a battle against the Warriors. Phoenix, meanwhile, will have their next action against LA Clippers.