Trail Blazers Edge Spurs in Close Contest
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Frost Bank Center
Portland Trail Blazers 106, San Antonio Spurs 103, final. Today's NBA pick is already sealed, as a hash, before kickoff.
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Who won Portland Trail Blazers vs San Antonio Spurs?
Portland Trail Blazers beat San Antonio Spurs 106-103 at Frost Bank Center on April 21, 2026.
Who was favored in Portland Trail Blazers vs San Antonio Spurs?
San Antonio Spurs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -650 (about 87% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested game at the Frost Bank Center, the Portland Trail Blazers triumphed over the San Antonio Spurs with a final score of 106-103. This victory allowed the Trail Blazers to improve their series record against the Spurs to 2-1 for the season. The matchup was particularly intriguing given the teams' contrasting records, with the Spurs holding a strong home record of 62-20, while the Trail Blazers finished the regular season at 42-40.
Both teams entered the game with notable recent performances. The Spurs had an 8-2 record over their last ten games, although they were on a one-game losing streak, having lost to the Denver Nuggets 128-118 in their previous outing. They averaged 124.2 points scored while allowing 110.6 points during that stretch. At home, the Spurs had a record of 4-1 in their last five games, scoring an average of 123.6 points and allowing 117.4.
On the other hand, the Trail Blazers were riding a two-game winning streak, boasting a 7-3 record in their last ten games. They averaged 118.3 points scored and allowed 105.2 during that span. However, their away record was less impressive, with only one win in their last three away games.
In terms of head-to-head matchups, the Spurs had a slight edge, winning five of the last seven meetings against the Trail Blazers. Their most recent encounter prior to this game was on April 9, 2026, where the Spurs secured a 112-101 victory at home.
Injury concerns also played a role in the matchup. The Spurs had David Jones Garcia listed as day-to-day due to an ankle issue and Jayden Quaintance was ruled out with a knee injury. The Trail Blazers faced similar challenges, with Shaedon Sharpe out due to a knee injury, while both Ja Morant and Damian Lillard were day-to-day with elbow and Achilles injuries, respectively.
The betting market reflected the Spurs' status as favorites, with DraftKings setting the spread at -11.5 in favor of San Antonio. The total for the game was set at 221.5, with both the over and under priced at -110. The moneyline odds indicated the Spurs at -650, while the Trail Blazers were listed at +470.
The game conditions were conducive to an exciting matchup, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities. The fourth quarter was particularly thrilling, highlighted by crucial scoring plays that shifted the momentum. Robert Williams III made an important floating jump shot to bring the Blazers within four points, and Scoot Henderson followed up with a three-pointer to narrow the gap further. The final moments saw a series of free throws from both teams, ultimately sealing the win for the Trail Blazers.
Fans watching the game were treated to a showcase of resilience and skill from both teams, with the Trail Blazers managing to capitalize on critical scoring opportunities in the closing minutes. The Spurs, despite their strong home record and high-scoring average, were unable to secure the win, demonstrating the unpredictable nature of playoff basketball.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SA -11.5 | 221.5 o -110 / u -110 | Portland Trail Blazers +470 · San Antonio Spurs -650 |
Injury report
- David Jones GarciaDay-To-DayAnkleSan Antonio Spurs
- Jayden QuaintanceOutKneeSan Antonio Spurs
- Shaedon SharpeOutKneePortland Trail Blazers
- Ja MorantDay-To-DayElbowPortland Trail Blazers
- Damian LillardDay-To-DayAchillesPortland Trail Blazers
Leaders
- PointsStephon Castle18San Antonio Spurs
- AssistsStephon Castle5San Antonio Spurs
- ReboundsDevin Vassell12San Antonio Spurs
- PointsScoot Henderson31Portland Trail Blazers
- AssistsJrue Holiday9Portland Trail Blazers
- ReboundsDonovan Clingan10Portland Trail Blazers
Recent form
San Antonio Spurs
Last 10: 8-2Streak L1124.2 scored · 110.6 allowed per game4-1 at home
- L118-128vs Denver NuggetsApr 13
- W139-120vs Dallas MavericksApr 11
- W112-101vs Portland Trail BlazersApr 9
- W115-102vs Philadelphia 76ersApr 7
- L134-136at Denver NuggetsApr 4
- W118-99at LA ClippersApr 3
- W127-113at Golden State WarriorsApr 2
- W129-114vs Chicago BullsMar 31
- W127-95at Milwaukee BucksMar 28
- W123-98at Memphis GrizzliesMar 26
Portland Trail Blazers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W2118.3 scored · 105.2 allowed per game1-2 away
- W122-110vs Sacramento KingsApr 13
- W116-97vs LA ClippersApr 11
- L101-112at San Antonio SpursApr 9
- L132-137at Denver NuggetsApr 7
- W118-106vs New Orleans PelicansApr 3
- W114-104at LA ClippersApr 1
- W123-88vs Washington WizardsMar 29
- L93-100vs Dallas MavericksMar 28
- W130-99vs Milwaukee BucksMar 26
- W134-99vs Brooklyn NetsMar 24
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 |
| San Antonio | - | 20 | L1 | .756 | 62 |
| Houston | 10 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| New Orleans | 36 | 56 | L2 | .317 | 26 |
| Dallas | 36 | 56 | W1 | .317 | 26 |
| Memphis | 37 | 57 | L8 | .305 | 25 |
Box score
| Stat | Portland Trail Blazers | San Antonio Spurs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 38-89 | 38-86 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 13-38 | 7-24 |
| Three-point % | 34 | 29 |
| Free throws | 17-23 | 20-28 |
| Free throw % | 74 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 45 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 33 |
| Assists | 20 | 19 |
| Steals | 8 | 13 |
| Blocks | 11 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 22 | 24 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 20 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 38 |
| Fouls | 23 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 38 | 52 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter70-70Toumani Camara makes two point shot (Matisse Thybulle assists)
- 3rd Quarter70-72Stephon Castle makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter70-73Stephon Castle makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter70-75Julian Champagnie makes 9-foot two point shot (Carter Bryant assists)
- 3rd Quarter70-76Julian Champagnie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter71-76Shaedon Sharpe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter72-76Shaedon Sharpe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter72-76Deni Avdija makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter74-76Scoot Henderson makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter74-78Dylan Harper makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter79-78Scoot Henderson makes 25-foot running jump shot (Jrue Holiday assists)
- 3rd Quarter79-80Dylan Harper makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter79-81Harrison Barnes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter79-82Harrison Barnes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter79-83Luke Kornet makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter79-85Devin Vassell makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter79-87De'Aaron Fox makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter79-88De'Aaron Fox makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter79-90Stephon Castle makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter79-92Luke Kornet makes reverse dunk (De'Aaron Fox assists)
- 4th Quarter79-93Luke Kornet makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter81-93Jerami Grant makes driving layup (Robert Williams III assists)
- 4th Quarter82-93Jerami Grant makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter82-95Devin Vassell makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter84-95Jrue Holiday makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter87-95Toumani Camara makes 26-foot running jump shot (Jrue Holiday assists)
- 4th Quarter90-95Jrue Holiday makes 26-foot three point jumper (Toumani Camara assists)
- 4th Quarter90-98Keldon Johnson makes 22-foot three point jumper (Carter Bryant assists)
- 4th Quarter90-99De'Aaron Fox makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter92-99Scoot Henderson makes 1-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter95-99Toumani Camara makes 24-foot three point jumper (Deni Avdija assists)
- 4th Quarter95-101Devin Vassell makes 15-foot fade away jump shot
- 4th Quarter97-101Robert Williams III makes 8-foot floating jump shot (Jrue Holiday assists)
- 4th Quarter100-101Scoot Henderson makes 25-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter102-101Jrue Holiday makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter104-101Robert Williams III makes alley oop dunk (Deni Avdija assists)
- 4th Quarter104-102Devin Vassell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter104-103Devin Vassell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter105-103Toumani Camara makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter106-103Toumani Camara makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours San Antonio Spurs, below favours Portland Trail Blazers.
Venue
- Frost Bank CenterSan Antonio, TX
- Attendance19338
- OfficialsBrent Barnaky, John Goble, Curtis Blair, Aaron Smith
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