Portland Trail Blazers vs. Miami Heat: Game Preview
The Portland Trail Blazers begin a five-day road trip with a game against the Miami Heat at the Kaseya Center on Saturday night in the NBA.
Matchup Details
- Teams: Portland Trail Blazers (5-3) at Miami Heat (5-4)
- Radio: Rip City Radio (KPOJ 620 AM)
- TV Channel: KUNP (Antenna: 47.1)
- Online Streaming: Full Blazers season is available live or on-demand with a BlazerVision subscription ($120 annually)
How to Watch
If you don’t have cable, the game can be watched live for free with an HDTV antenna through your local ABC affiliate (Charge 2.2 in Portland). For more details, visit nba.com/blazers/watch.
Betting Odds (Oregon Lottery/DraftKings)
- Spread: Portland -3.5
- Over/Under: 239.5 points
Recent Team Performances
The Blazers showcased a strong comeback in their recent win over the Oklahoma City Thunder, rallying from a 22-point deficit in the first quarter to win 121-119. This victory ended Portland’s 16-game losing streak against the Thunder, dating back to April 3, 2021.
Deni Avdija struggled early, missing his first 11 field goals, but nearly completed a triple-double with 26 points, 10 rebounds, and 9 assists.
Over their last three games, Portland has defeated two championship contenders, Denver and Oklahoma City, and lost to a shorthanded Los Angeles Lakers team.
This game is the first stop on Portland’s five-game road trip, which will continue with matches in Orlando, New Orleans, Houston, and Dallas.
Summary: Portland opens a challenging five-game road trip facing Miami after ending a losing streak against Oklahoma City, demonstrating resilience and strong recent performances.
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