In a closely contested match at the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse, the Portland Trail Blazers edged out the Cleveland Cavaliers with a final score of 103-95. The Trail Blazers, now with a 6-19 record, managed to secure a much-needed victory against the Cavaliers who hold a stronger season record of 15-12.

CLEVELAND, OH - NOVEMBER 30: Jarrett Allen #31 of the Cleveland Cavaliers warms up before the game against the Portland Trail Blazers on November 30, 2023 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images)

The game started off with the Cleveland Cavaliers taking an early lead, ending the first quarter three points ahead of their opponents. However, as play progressed, it was evident that Portland was not going to let this game slip away easily. By halftime, despite trailing by six points, there were signs that Portland was finding its rhythm.

The third quarter saw an impressive turnaround for the Trail Blazers as they racked up 34 points compared to Cleveland's 29. This surge allowed them to take control and enter into the final quarter with newfound confidence and a narrow lead. The fourth quarter solidified their efforts as they outscored their opponents once again.

CLEVELAND, OH - NOVEMBER 30: Jarrett Allen #31 of the Cleveland Cavaliers warms up before the game against the Portland Trail Blazers on November 30, 2023 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images)

Portland's offensive execution was key in this matchup; they shot an impressive 51 percent from field goals and maintained perfect free throw shooting at eleven for eleven attempts. Their three-point shooting also contributed significantly to their success with fourteen made from thirty-five attempts translating into a solid 40 percent completion rate.

Defensively, Portland managed ten steals and four blocks which played into their transition game allowing them seventeen fast break points. They also capitalized on turnovers scoring twenty-three points off Cleveland's nineteen turnovers while only giving up twenty-three themselves from turnovers.

CLEVELAND, OH - NOVEMBER 30: Isaac Okoro #35 of the Cleveland Cavaliers warms up before the game against the Portland Trail Blazers on November 30, 2023 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images)

A standout statistic for Portland was their efficiency rating of 122 compared to Cleveland’s rating of 99 which indicated better overall performance in several aspects including shooting accuracy and ball handling. Additionally, Portland dominated inside scoring forty-four points in paint while maintaining high accuracy on two-point attempts at nearly sixty percent.

The bench players from both teams had contrasting nights; Portland’s bench contributed thirty-one points whereas Cleveland’s added just sixteen to their tally. Moreover, despite being outrebounded by three rebounds overall (43-46), it did not deter Portland from securing this win through sheer determination and effective playmaking reflected by twenty-nine assists throughout the game.

Looking ahead after this hard-fought victory on foreign territory against formidable opposition like the Cavaliers; fans can catch The Trail Blazers next when they face Utah Jazz at Delta Center located in Salt Lake City on December second at seven-thirty PM Pacific Time broadcasted on ROOT Sports NW+.

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