[Game Recap]

New Orleans Pelicans at Portland Trail Blazers

Apr 02, 2026

Portland Trail Blazers Defeat New Orleans Pelicans 118-106 in Solid Performance

Game Summary

The Portland Trail Blazers secured a 118-106 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. The Blazers showcased their offensive prowess by hitting 20 three-pointers, significantly outperforming New Orleans' defense, which has struggled to contain perimeter shooting this season. The Pelicans, meanwhile, contributed to their own downfall with 19 turnovers, well above their season average, hampering their ability to capitalize on opportunities.

Top Performers

The Trail Blazers were led by a balanced scoring attack, with multiple players contributing to the win, highlighted by their impressive three-point shooting performance. The Pelicans' top scorer was not specified, but they faced challenges in maintaining control of the ball throughout the game, which ultimately cost them.

Odds Recap

Portland Trail Blazers were favored by 6.5 points and not only won but also covered the spread by a comfortable margin. The game total closed at 233.5, which fell under as the final score totaled 224 points.

Prediction Recap

The prediction model accurately identified the Portland Trail Blazers as the winning team, along with the correct spread pick. However, it incorrectly predicted the total to go over, missing by a significant margin as the game ended under.

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