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Portland Defeats Dallas 140-123 - Recap
Damian Lillard poured in 40 points for Portland on Sunday, as they defeated Dallas 140-123 at Moda Center at the Rose Quarter.
Bettors who backed the Trail Blazers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -9.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 223.5.
Portland got 20 points from Anfernee Simons and another 20 points from Jerami Grant. Damian Lillard contributed 6 assists, while Josh Hart cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
The Mavericks got a 28-point performance from Spencer Dinwiddie, who was supported by 25 points from Jaden Hardy. Spencer Dinwiddie had 9 assists in a losing cause for Dallas, while Christian Wood grabbed 16 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Portland were victorious, as the score was 61-54 at the break.
Portland won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 41-39.
Next game, Portland takes its act on the road to face Denver looking for another win. For Dallas, they head home to face Atlanta.