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Clippers Host the Lakers After Doncic's 41-Point Showing
On Tuesday, the Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 136-129, moving to 3-0 and handing the host Lakers their first loss of the season.
Deni Avdija and Ja Morant paced the balanced Trail Blazers with 23 points each, while Jrue Holiday added 22 points off the bench and Damian Lillard contributed 21 points.
Luka Doncic powered the Lakers with 41 points and nine assists, while Austin Reaves added 26 points and seven assists in the losing effort. Los Angeles shot 56.2 percent from the field.
Clutch shooting defined the final minute, as Lillard buried a 3-pointer to give Portland a 135-129 lead with 43.1 seconds remaining. Holiday split free throws as Los Angeles missed late attempts.
Portland hosts Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday, while the Lakers face the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday. The victory marks Portland's first nationally televised game under coach Micah Nori.