In a pivotal game, the Charlotte Hornets defeated the Portland Trail Blazers with a final score of 93 to 80. Throughout the match, the Trail Blazers struggled significantly with their shooting, making only 3 out of 32 attempts from the three-point line, shooting 22.7% from the field, and a dismal 5.9% from three. This poor performance was highlighted by their 1-for-26 three-point shooting by the mid-fourth quarter and a dire stretch where they went scoreless for nearly six minutes in the second quarter. Despite these challenges, Portland managed to keep the game relatively close, trailing by only 10 points at one stage, thanks to their 14 offensive rebounds and second-chance points. The Blazers also committed 16 turnovers during the game. Notably, Nick Richards of the Hornets contributed 21 points, 10 rebounds, and showcased significant rim protection, while Deandre Ayton stood out for Portland with 26 points and 19 rebounds. Portland's Jerami Grant made a three-pointer early in the game.
The Trailblazers shot 3/32 from the 3pt land tonight💀 https://t.co/TJkxPtjXG2
In a 80-93 loss to Charlotte, the Blazers shot 3-for-32 from three, committed 16 turnovers, and went scoreless for nearly six minutes in the second quarter 😳 H/T @Johnhollinger https://t.co/TR3HkSmGb7
Final: Charlotte 93, Portland 80 Blazers shot 3-for-32 from 3, committed 16 turnovers, and went scoreless for nearly six minutes in the second quarter. Nick Richards: 21 points, 10 rebounds, serious rim protection Deandre Ayton: 26 points, 19 rebounds for Portland.
With 2:17 left in the game, the Blazers have made their second three-pointer of the night.
Portland's Jerami Grant made a 3-pointer at the 9:07 mark of the first quarter. The Blazers have missed 25 consecutive 3-point attempts since then, spanning 42 game minutes.
Mid 4th against the Hornets, the Trail Blazers are 1 for 26 from three-point range.
Blazers are now ONE FOR TWENTY SIX on 3-pointers tonight.
At the end of three quarters it's Charlotte 70, Portland 59. Winner advances to 2007.
Blazers shooting five (5) percent from three at the end of the third quarter. Somehow only trailing by 11.
Blazers have cut the lead to 10 despite shooting **1-of-20** from 3. Have 14 offensive rebounds and 14 2nd chance points. Just need to shut out Charlotte for another nine minutes or so and they can probably retake the lead.
Half: Hornets 47, Trail Blazers 34. Portland 1 for 17 from three-point range.
Halftime: Charlotte 47, Portland 34. Blazers are 1-of-17 from 3 and shooting 26% overall. Fun times.
Boos are starting near the end of the first half as the Hornets' lead jumps to 16. Blazers shooting 22.7% from the field and 5.9% from three.
End of 1: Charlotte 24, Portland 18. Blazers 1-of-12 from 3, including an open 23-foot corner 3 from Murray that was short by about 22.9 feet.