As the Portland Trail Blazers prepare to face off against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena, fans are eager to see how their team will perform in this upcoming NBA game. The Blazers' recent games have shown a mix of resilience and areas for improvement that could play a significant role in their next outing.

PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 10: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives to the basket during the game against the Phoenix Suns during the In-Season Tournament on November 10, 2023 at Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

In their last three games, the Trail Blazers have experienced varying degrees of success. Their most recent game against the Sacramento Kings was a hard-fought battle that extended into overtime, with Portland scoring 118 points but ultimately falling short by three points. Despite this loss, they demonstrated an ability to maintain offensive pressure throughout the game, boasting a field goal percentage of 51 and converting 36 percent from beyond the arc.

Prior to that, Portland faced off against the Memphis Grizzlies at home and suffered a disappointing defeat with only 100 points scored compared to Memphis's 112. This performance highlighted some challenges for the team; they shot just under 39 percent from the field and struggled from long range with only a 31 percent success rate on three-pointers.

PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 10: Cam Reddish #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks to pass the ball during the game against the Phoenix Suns during the In-Season Tournament on November 10, 2023 at Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

However, it's not all bleak for Trail Blazers fans. In another encounter with Memphis earlier in November, Portland emerged victorious after an intense overtime showdown where they put up an impressive defensive effort alongside scoring 115 points. They managed to outlast their opponents despite shooting just over 40 percent from the field.

The upcoming game presents an opportunity for redemption as well as showcasing improvements made since these past performances. The venue itself may also influence proceedings; playing away at Crypto.com Arena could be challenging due to fan support for the home team – yet it's also an occasion where players often rise to meet heightened competition levels.

PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 10: Christian Wood #35 of the Los Angeles Lakers waits for the rebound during the game against the Phoenix Suns during the In-Season Tournament on November 10, 2023 at Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

Fans can catch this exciting matchup on November 13th at Crypto.com Arena or tune into ROOT Sports NW or SportsNet LA depending on their location. With tip-off scheduled for November 13th at midnight Eastern Time (ET), supporters should be ready for what promises to be another thrilling chapter in this NBA season.

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