The host Portland Trail Blazers took down the visiting Sacramento Kings on Wednesday, 102 - 89, in a battle of eighth - seed contenders. Portland (14 - 20) entered the game having lost six straight, but came away with a convincing win on Wednesday. Despite the absence of injured star Damian Lillard, the Trail Blazers were able to score effectively. Six Blazers scored in double digits, with C.J. McCollum posting a team - high 20 points. It was an excellent offensive night for the Blazers, who shot over 47 percent from the field and hit 12 three - pointers. Surprisingly, though, it was an even better night on the defensive end, a domain in which Portland has struggled all season. The Blazers managed to hold their opponents to just 39 percent from the field and only nine three - pointers on 32 percent from beyond the arc. Sacramento (14 - 18) saw a tough night on offense, as only center DeMarcus Cousins seemed to be able to find the basket. Cousins finished with a team - high 28 points and had eight rebounds and six assists. Only two other players scored in double figures, however, as the team struggled to score. The Kings also had an off night on the boards, being out - rebounded 45 - 39 by a generally fairly weak Portland frontcourt. On Friday, the Blazers will visit San Antonio, while the Kings will see the Grizzlies on Saturday.
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