Clippers Dominate Trail Blazers in NBA Clash
Friday, December 26, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Moda Center
LA Clippers 119, Portland Trail Blazers 103, final. Today's NBA pick is already sealed, as a hash, before kickoff.
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Who won LA Clippers vs Portland Trail Blazers?
LA Clippers beat Portland Trail Blazers 119-103 at Moda Center on December 26, 2025.
Who was favored in LA Clippers vs Portland Trail Blazers?
LA Clippers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
The LA Clippers secured a decisive victory over the Portland Trail Blazers, winning 119-103 at the Moda Center. This game marked the Clippers' third consecutive win against the Trail Blazers this season, extending their lead in the series to 3-0. The Clippers have now outscored the Trail Blazers in each of their three meetings this season, showcasing a clear advantage in their matchups.
The Trail Blazers entered this game with a home record of 12-19, having struggled recently with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games. They were on a two-game losing streak, having lost to the Orlando Magic and the Detroit Pistons in their previous outings. In those games, the Blazers averaged 114.8 points scored while allowing 119.2 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. At home, they had a record of 2-2 in their last four games, with an average score of 115.2 points scored and 115.4 points allowed in their last five games.
On the other hand, the Clippers, with an away record of 9-21, had a mixed recent form, winning three out of their last ten games. They entered the game on a two-game winning streak, having defeated the Houston Rockets and the Los Angeles Lakers. In these games, the Clippers averaged 110.0 points scored and allowed 111.6 points, showing a slight edge in their offensive performance.
In terms of injuries, the Trail Blazers were without Shaedon Sharpe due to a knee issue, while Ja Morant and Damian Lillard were both listed as day-to-day with elbow and Achilles injuries, respectively. The Clippers were missing Jordan Miller due to a shoulder injury, while Bradley Beal and Yanic Konan Niederhauser were also day-to-day, dealing with hip and foot injuries, respectively.
The betting odds from DraftKings favored the Clippers, with a spread of 2.5 points and a total set at 227.5 points. The Clippers were given odds of -130 on the money line, while the Trail Blazers were at +110.
The game conditions were set for an exciting matchup, with both teams looking to capitalize on their respective strengths. The Clippers' offense was spearheaded by Kawhi Leonard, who made significant contributions throughout the game, including a critical three-point jumper in the fourth quarter that pushed their lead further. Leonard's performance was pivotal, as he consistently found ways to score and assist his teammates, including a notable running dunk that highlighted his athleticism.
As the game progressed, the Trail Blazers struggled to keep pace, unable to overcome the Clippers' defensive efforts. The scoring plays in the fourth quarter reflected the Clippers' dominance, with Leonard's free throws and Deni Avdija's layup further extending the gap.
Ultimately, the Clippers' ability to maintain control of the game and execute their plays effectively led to their victory. The Trail Blazers will need to regroup and address their defensive issues as they continue their season, while the Clippers will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LAC -2.5 | 227.5 o -105 / u -115 | LA Clippers -130 · Portland Trail Blazers +110 |
Injury report
- Shaedon SharpeOutKneePortland Trail Blazers
- Ja MorantDay-To-DayElbowPortland Trail Blazers
- Damian LillardDay-To-DayAchillesPortland Trail Blazers
- Jordan MillerOutShoulderLA Clippers
- Bradley BealDay-To-DayHipLA Clippers
- Yanic Konan NiederhauserDay-To-DayFootLA Clippers
Leaders
- PointsDeni Avdija29Portland Trail Blazers
- AssistsDeni Avdija9Portland Trail Blazers
- ReboundsRobert Williams III12Portland Trail Blazers
- PointsJames Harden34LA Clippers
- AssistsJames Harden6LA Clippers
- ReboundsKawhi Leonard8LA Clippers
Recent form
Portland Trail Blazers
Last 10: 4-6Streak L2114.8 scored · 119.2 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L106-110vs Orlando MagicDec 24
- L102-110vs Detroit PistonsDec 23
- W98-93at Sacramento KingsDec 21
- W134-133vs Sacramento KingsDec 19
- W136-131vs Golden State WarriorsDec 15
- L120-143at New Orleans PelicansDec 12
- L96-119at Memphis GrizzliesDec 7
- L116-122at Detroit PistonsDec 6
- W122-110at Cleveland CavaliersDec 4
- L118-121at Toronto RaptorsDec 3
LA Clippers
Last 10: 3-7Streak W2110 scored · 111.6 allowed per game1-5 away
- W128-108vs Houston RocketsDec 24
- W103-88vs Los Angeles LakersDec 21
- L101-122at Oklahoma City ThunderDec 19
- L103-121vs Memphis GrizzliesDec 16
- L113-115at Houston RocketsDec 12
- L106-109at Minnesota TimberwolvesDec 7
- L98-107at Memphis GrizzliesDec 6
- W115-92at Atlanta HawksDec 4
- L123-140at Miami HeatDec 2
- L110-114vs Dallas MavericksNov 30
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Lakers | - | 29 | W3 | .646 | 53 |
| Phoenix | 8 | 37 | W1 | .549 | 45 |
| LA Clippers | 11 | 40 | W1 | .512 | 42 |
| Golden State | 16 | 45 | L3 | .451 | 37 |
| Sacramento | 31 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
| Oklahoma City | - | 18 | L2 | .780 | 64 |
| Denver | 10 | 28 | W12 | .659 | 54 |
| Minnesota | 15 | 33 | W2 | .598 | 49 |
| Portland | 22 | 40 | W2 | .512 | 42 |
| Utah | 42 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
Box score
| Stat | LA Clippers | Portland Trail Blazers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 35-69 | 36-80 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 20-40 | 16-39 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 41 |
| Free throws | 29-31 | 15-22 |
| Free throw % | 94 | 68 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 30 |
| Assists | 21 | 23 |
| Steals | 6 | 6 |
| Blocks | 5 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 25 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 36 |
| Fouls | 18 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 16 | 12 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 32 | 64 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter81-77James Harden makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter84-77James Harden makes 25-foot three pointer
- 3rd Quarter85-77James Harden makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter85-78Caleb Love makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter87-78Kawhi Leonard makes 19-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter87-81Toumani Camara makes 26-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter88-81Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-81Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-83Rayan Rupert makes 1-foot reverse layup (Deni Avdija assists)
- 4th Quarter91-83Kobe Sanders makes driving layup (Jordan Miller assists)
- 4th Quarter92-83Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter93-83Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter93-84Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter93-85Deni Avdija makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter93-86Deni Avdija makes free throw 3 of 3
- 4th Quarter95-86Kawhi Leonard makes 2-foot driving dunk
- 4th Quarter95-88Deni Avdija makes 3-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter98-88Jordan Miller makes 23-foot three point jumper (Nicolas Batum assists)
- 4th Quarter99-88Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter100-88Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter101-88Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 3 of 3
- 4th Quarter101-89Robert Williams III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter101-90Robert Williams III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter103-90James Harden makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter103-91Toumani Camara makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter104-90James Harden makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter105-90James Harden makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter105-93Deni Avdija makes running dunk (Kris Murray assists)
- 4th Quarter107-93James Harden makes 2-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter107-96Toumani Camara makes 27-foot three point jumper (Deni Avdija assists)
- 4th Quarter110-96James Harden makes 25-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter110-99Toumani Camara makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot (Deni Avdija assists)
- 4th Quarter113-99Kawhi Leonard makes 22-foot three point jumper (James Harden assists)
- 4th Quarter113-101Deni Avdija makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter114-101Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter115-101Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter117-101Kawhi Leonard makes running dunk
- 4th Quarter117-103Caleb Love makes 1-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter118-103James Harden makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter119-103James Harden makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Portland Trail Blazers, below favours LA Clippers.
Venue
- Moda CenterPortland, OR
- Attendance17839
- OfficialsJames Williams, Justin Van Duyne, Nate Cearley
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