Personal Play: January 23rd

2 pushes in a row. 2-0-2 this week let’s WIN TONIGHT‼️🔥

PERSONAL PLAY:

NBA:

Toronto @ Portland 10:00pm EST

The Blazers are in a solid spot to cover +4.5 against the Raptors because this matchup sets up as a slower, grind-it-out game where margins stay tight. Portland has shown improved defensive effort recently, especially on the perimeter, which is key against a Toronto team that struggles to score efficiently in the half court. The Blazers’ young guards have been more composed, limiting turnovers and taking better shots, which helps them stay competitive even when the offense isn’t clicking. Toronto remains inconsistent offensively and can go through extended scoring droughts when they’re not generating easy transition points. Portland’s ability to control pace and force Toronto to execute late in the shot clock keeps this game within striking distance. With a +4.5 cushion, the Blazers simply need to stay disciplined and competitive, something they’ve done well in similar spots. If this turns into a late-game situation, Portland’s energy and willingness to play through all 48 minutes makes them live to cover even if they fall just short.

1 Unit Play: Blazers +4.5