nba Game Recap
Denver Nuggets vs Portland Trail Blazers Wrap - Portland Wins 119-100
Denver was victimized by CJ McCollum for 32 points as the Trail Blazers defeated the Nuggets 119-100 in NBA action on Tuesday.
Bettors who backed the Trail Blazers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -10.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 212.5.
Portland got 25 points from Damian Lillard and another 15 points from Norman Powell. Damian Lillard contributed 5 assists, while Jusuf Nurkic cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Denver got 24 points from Jeff Green in a losing cause and another 16 points from Monte Morris. Will Barton contributed 7 assists for the Nuggets, while Will Barton had 8 rebounds.
The Trail Blazers hit the break winning 66-52 before taking care of business in the second half.
Portland had a 43-37 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Portland takes its act on the road to face Sacramento looking for another win. For Denver, they head home to face Milwaukee.