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Trail Blazers Fall 124-96 Against Chicago - Game Recap
The Bulls blew out Portland on Friday, running up the score in a 124-96 win at Moda Center at the Rose Quarter.
Bettors who backed the Bulls were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -7.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 218.0.
Chicago got 33 points from Zach LaVine and another 23 points from Nikola Vucevic. Coby White contributed 9 assists, while Nikola Vucevic cleaned the glass with 15 rebounds.
Portland got 24 points from Shaedon Sharpe in a losing cause and another 15 points from Trendon Watford. Keon Johnson contributed 6 assists for the Trail Blazers, while Drew Eubanks had 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Chicago were victorious, as the score was 61-45 at the break.
Chicago had a 47-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Chicago looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Lakers. The Trail Blazers will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Oklahoma City.