76ers Edge Trail Blazers in Close Contest
Sunday, March 15, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Xfinity Mobile Arena
Philadelphia 76ers 109, Portland Trail Blazers 103, final. Today's NBA pick is already sealed, as a hash, before kickoff.
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Who won Portland Trail Blazers vs Philadelphia 76ers?
Philadelphia 76ers beat Portland Trail Blazers 109-103 at Xfinity Mobile Arena on March 15, 2026.
Who was favored in Portland Trail Blazers vs Philadelphia 76ers?
Portland Trail Blazers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -340 (about 77% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested game, the Philadelphia 76ers triumphed over the Portland Trail Blazers with a final score of 109-103 at the Xfinity Mobile Arena. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it marked the third meeting of the season between the two teams, with the series now tied at 1-1 following Philadelphia's victory. The 76ers improved their record to 38-31, while the Trail Blazers fell to 32-37.
Both teams entered the game with identical records of 5-5 over their last ten outings. The 76ers had recently secured a win against the Brooklyn Nets, defeating them 104-97, while the Trail Blazers came off a victory against the Utah Jazz, winning 124-114. Philadelphia's recent form has seen them average 112.3 points scored while allowing 117.5 points, demonstrating a slight defensive vulnerability. In contrast, Portland's recent scoring average stood at 110.5 points, with the same number of points allowed, indicating a balanced yet inconsistent performance.
At home, the 76ers have performed well, boasting a record of 4-1 in their last five games, while their away performance has been less impressive at 1-4. The Trail Blazers, on the other hand, have a mixed away record of 3-3 in their last six games, which includes a recent win against the Memphis Grizzlies.
The injury report played a significant role in the game, with the 76ers missing Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, who was listed as day-to-day due to a finger injury. The Trail Blazers faced more significant challenges, with Shaedon Sharpe ruled out due to a knee issue, while Ja Morant and Damian Lillard were both day-to-day with elbow and Achilles injuries, respectively. Their absence or limited availability could have impacted Portland's performance.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, favored the Trail Blazers with a spread of 8.5 points, indicating expectations for a competitive matchup. The total for the game was set at 228.5, with both the over and under priced at -110. The moneyline reflected a significant difference in expectations, with Philadelphia at +270 and Portland at -340.
As the game unfolded, the scoring plays highlighted the intensity of the fourth quarter. Deni Avdija made crucial shots, including a driving floating jump shot and a pair of free throws that kept the pressure on Portland. Justin Edwards also contributed with a driving dunk, while VJ Edgecombe's fadeaway jump shot extended Philadelphia's lead. Despite a late push from Portland, including Robert Williams III's two-point shot, the 76ers held on to secure the victory.
Overall, the matchup showcased the competitive nature of both teams, with Philadelphia managing to edge out Portland in a game that could have gone either way. The 76ers will look to build on this momentum, while the Trail Blazers will need to address their injury concerns and find consistency as they head into the final stretch of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | POR -8.5 | 228.5 o -110 / u -110 | Portland Trail Blazers -340 · Philadelphia 76ers +270 |
Injury report
- Kentavious Caldwell-PopeDay-To-DayFingerPhiladelphia 76ers
- Shaedon SharpeOutKneePortland Trail Blazers
- Ja MorantDay-To-DayElbowPortland Trail Blazers
- Damian LillardDay-To-DayAchillesPortland Trail Blazers
Leaders
- PointsQuentin Grimes31Philadelphia 76ers
- AssistsAndre Drummond4Philadelphia 76ers
- ReboundsAndre Drummond17Philadelphia 76ers
- PointsDeni Avdija25Portland Trail Blazers
- AssistsDeni Avdija9Portland Trail Blazers
- ReboundsDonovan Clingan15Portland Trail Blazers
Recent form
Philadelphia 76ers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W1112.3 scored · 117.5 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W104-97vs Brooklyn NetsMar 14
- L109-131at Detroit PistonsMar 12
- W139-129vs Memphis GrizzliesMar 10
- L101-115at Cleveland CavaliersMar 9
- L116-125at Atlanta HawksMar 7
- W106-102vs Utah JazzMar 5
- L91-131vs San Antonio SpursMar 4
- L98-114at Boston CelticsMar 2
- W124-117vs Miami HeatFeb 27
- W135-114at Indiana PacersFeb 25
Portland Trail Blazers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W1110.5 scored · 110.5 allowed per game3-3 away
- W124-114vs Utah JazzMar 14
- L101-103vs Charlotte HornetsMar 11
- W131-111vs Indiana PacersMar 9
- L99-106at Houston RocketsMar 7
- W122-114at Memphis GrizzliesMar 5
- L101-135at Atlanta HawksMar 1
- L93-109at Charlotte HornetsFeb 28
- W121-112at Chicago BullsFeb 27
- L121-124vs Minnesota TimberwolvesFeb 25
- W92-77at Phoenix SunsFeb 23
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Boston | - | 26 | W2 | .683 | 56 |
| New York | 3 | 29 | L1 | .646 | 53 |
| Toronto | 10 | 36 | W1 | .561 | 46 |
| Philadelphia | 11 | 37 | W2 | .549 | 45 |
| Brooklyn | 36 | 62 | L3 | .244 | 20 |
Box score
| Stat | Portland Trail Blazers | Philadelphia 76ers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 36-92 | 44-97 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 17-53 | 7-25 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 28 |
| Free throws | 14-21 | 14-15 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 93 |
| Rebounds | 49 | 51 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 34 | 37 |
| Assists | 26 | 17 |
| Steals | 6 | 13 |
| Blocks | 9 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 24 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 20 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 60 |
| Fouls | 14 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 13 | 13 |
| Time in front | 23 | 66 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter68-74Jerami Grant makes 23-foot three pointer (Toumani Camara assists)
- 3rd Quarter68-76Justin Edwards makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter68-78VJ Edgecombe makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter71-78Scoot Henderson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Toumani Camara assists)
- 3rd Quarter71-80Cameron Payne makes 5-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter74-80Jerami Grant makes 22-foot three point jumper (Matisse Thybulle assists)
- 3rd Quarter76-80Matisse Thybulle makes 1-foot running dunk
- 3rd Quarter76-82Andre Drummond makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot (Cameron Payne assists)
- 4th Quarter79-82Vit Krejci makes 26-foot running jump shot (Deni Avdija assists)
- 4th Quarter82-82Deni Avdija makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot (Donovan Clingan assists)
- 4th Quarter82-84Andre Drummond makes 9-foot floating jump shot (Trendon Watford assists)
- 4th Quarter82-85MarJon Beauchamp makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter82-86MarJon Beauchamp makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter82-88Quentin Grimes makes 2-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter83-88Donovan Clingan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter84-88Donovan Clingan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter84-90Trendon Watford makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter84-91Trendon Watford makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter84-92Quentin Grimes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter84-93Quentin Grimes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter84-95Quentin Grimes makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter87-95Jerami Grant makes 25-foot three point jumper (Deni Avdija assists)
- 4th Quarter87-96Quentin Grimes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter87-97Quentin Grimes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter87-99Quentin Grimes makes two point shot (Trendon Watford assists)
- 4th Quarter87-101Quentin Grimes makes running layup
- 4th Quarter89-101Toumani Camara makes layup (Deni Avdija assists)
- 4th Quarter92-101Deni Avdija makes 28-foot three point jumper (Jerami Grant assists)
- 4th Quarter94-101Deni Avdija makes 1-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter95-101Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter97-101Scoot Henderson makes running layup
- 4th Quarter97-103VJ Edgecombe makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter99-103Deni Avdija makes 4-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter99-105Justin Edwards makes 2-foot driving dunk
- 4th Quarter100-105Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter101-105Deni Avdija makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter101-107VJ Edgecombe makes 19-foot fade away jump shot
- 4th Quarter103-107Robert Williams III makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter103-108Quentin Grimes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter103-109Quentin Grimes makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Philadelphia 76ers, below favours Portland Trail Blazers.
Venue
- Xfinity Mobile ArenaPhiladelphia, PA
- Attendance19746
- OfficialsMark Lindsay, Scott Foster, Brandon Adair
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