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Will LA Clippers Outshine Trail Blazers in Portland's Moda Center?

As the Los Angeles Clippers prepare to face the Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain their recent momentum. The Clippers, coming off a series of intense matchups, have shown both resilience and areas for improvement that could influence their performance in this upcoming game.


LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 11:  Kawhi Leonard #2 of the LA Clippers at Crypto.com Arena on December 11, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.  NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

In their last encounter with the Milwaukee Bucks on March 10th, despite a loss with a score of 117-124, the Clippers demonstrated an impressive offensive effort. They managed to rack up 117 points and outrebounded their opponents with a total of 60 rebounds compared to the Bucks' 48. Their two-point shooting was particularly effective at 58 percent accuracy. However, turnovers were an issue as they gave up possession 10 times.


The previous game against the Chicago Bulls on March 9th showcased another strong offensive display by LAC as they secured a victory with a score of 112-102. The team's bench contributed significantly with 34 points and overall shot an efficient field goal percentage of 50 percent from the floor. Their defensive efforts also paid dividends; they held CHI to just over one point per possession defensively.


LOS ANGELES, CA - DECEMBER 11: James Harden #1 of the LA Clippers brings the ball up court against the Portland Trail Blazers on December 11, 2023 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)

Looking back further to March 7th against Houston Rockets, LAC emerged victorious scoring an impressive total of 122 points while maintaining efficiency across all quarters. Their field goal percentage stood at an outstanding rate of around half made shots (55 percent), which was complemented by solid three-point shooting at around two-fifths (41 percent). This level of offensive execution will be crucial against POR.


The Trail Blazers will not make it easy for LAC though; they are known for their competitive spirit and ability to leverage home-court advantage effectively. With players capable of heating up quickly and changing the course of a game single-handedly, POR poses a significant threat that cannot be underestimated by any visiting team.


LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 11:  Toumani Camara #33 of the Portland Trail Blazers takes a shot against the LA Clippers in the second half at Crypto.com Arena on December 11, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.  NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

As we look ahead towards this matchup between these Western Conference contenders, it is clear that if LAC can minimize turnovers and capitalize on fast-break opportunities while maintaining defensive intensity throughout all four quarters – as seen in past performances – they stand a good chance at coming away with another win on this road trip.


Fans should mark their calendars for March 22nd when these two teams clash at Moda Center in Portland at precisely seven o'clock in the evening local time (Pacific Time Zone). The action will be broadcasted live on ROOT Sports NW+ and BSSC networks for those who wish to catch every moment from home or elsewhere.

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