Key Takeaways:
- Damian Lillard netted 25 points as the Trail Blazers ended a two-game losing streak with a 123-103 triumph
- Deni Avdija contributed 24 points, eight assists, and six rebounds in the first of consecutive home fixtures against Oklahoma City
- Oklahoma City’s four-game winning run was halted, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tallying 26 points but missing all four of his three-point attempts
Game Overview
The Portland Trail Blazers returned to winning ways on Tuesday night at home, securing a 123-103 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder to halt a brief two-game slump. Damian Lillard led the scoring for Portland with 25 points, asserting his influence on both ends of the court.
Deni Avdija showcased a well-rounded display, contributing 24 points, eight assists, and six rebounds. The match marked the first of back-to-back clashes between the two sides in Portland.
BIG DUBS!!!!
SAME ENERGY TOMORROW https://t.co/cwGDG4er7B
— Portland Trail Blazers (@trailblazers) November 11, 2026
Oklahoma City’s Lineup Challenges and New Arrivals
The Thunder were forced to contend with a depleted roster, missing Jalen Williams (ankle), Chet Holmgren (knee), and Cason Wallace (shoulder) due to injuries. Additionally, Jaylin Williams remained sidelined for a fourth straight game with back spasms.
Oklahoma City, who had emphatically dispatched Washington 114-75 on Saturday, saw new acquisition Nique Clifford make his team debut after being obtained from Sacramento on Sunday. Clifford, coming off the bench to open the second quarter, added a reverse layup early in the fourth period.
Key Match Moments and Statistics
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander spearheaded Oklahoma City’s efforts with 26 points on 8-of-22 shooting, also collecting eight rebounds. Despite his production, he missed all four shots from beyond the arc and did not feature in the final quarter. Jared McCain provided offensive support with 21 points, including a key three-pointer that put the Thunder temporarily ahead 69-67.
The contest was tightly contested in the opening stages, as Oklahoma City edged the first quarter 27-26 and went into half-time level at 59 apiece. The Blazers began to pull away in the third, sparked by Lillard’s barrage of three-pointers, including back-to-back long-range shots and a deep effort from the logo to give Portland a 97-80 lead heading into the fourth quarter. Jrue Holiday extended the advantage further with a three-pointer, pushing the margin to 106-89.
Sidy Cissoko filled a starting role for Portland in place of Scoot Henderson, who contributed 11 points from the bench on 3-of-12 shooting. Cissoko finished with 17 points, while Holiday and Henderson both delivered effective minutes as substitutes. Donovan Clingan controlled the boards with 13 rebounds.
Player Performance Breakdown
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damian Lillard (POR) | 25 | 3 | 3 |
| Deni Avdija (POR) | 24 | 6 | 8 |
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (OKC) | 26 | 8 | 3 |
| Jared McCain (OKC) | 21 | 3 | 3 |
Looking Ahead
The Trail Blazers and Thunder are set to face each other again on Wednesday night in Portland, completing their consecutive match-up at the Moda Center.
