nba Game Recap
Recap - Clippers Defeat Portland 113-112
The Clippers got a 33-point performance from Paul George, who added 11 rebounds as Los Angeles ran past Portland 113-112 on Tuesday at Moda Center at the Rose Quarter.
Los Angeles did not, however, defeat the Trail Blazers against the spread, which closed at -5.0 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 222.0.
Marcus Morris Sr. had 16 points for Los Angeles and Nicolas Batum chipped in with 11 points. Rajon Rondo had 7 assists for the Clippers, while Paul George was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Portland got 28 points from CJ McCollum in a losing cause and another 23 points from Norman Powell. CJ McCollum contributed 5 assists for the Trail Blazers, while Nassir Little had 10 rebounds.
The Clippers hit the break losing 60-56 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Los Angeles as they grabbed 46 boards, while Portland only had 42
Los Angeles looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Grizzlies. The Trail Blazers will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Denver.