The Los Angeles Lakers travel to Portland to face the Trail Blazers in a Western Conference matchup that could feature high-scoring guard play despite both teams grappling with injuries. The Lakers, led by Luka Doncic’s MVP-level production, aim to rebound from a recent home loss, while the Blazers seek to build on their home win streak but face challenges in the frontcourt. With Portland’s defense ranked mid-pack and LA’s offense humming, this game has potential for an over, but injuries to key creators on both sides might cap the total.
Venue: Moda Center, Portland, OR
Tipoff is scheduled for 10:00 PM ET (7:00 PM PT local time; broadcast on NBA TV, Spectrum SportsNet, KUNP, and Rip City Radio 620)
Recent Team Forms
The Lakers have split their last 10 games with solid offense but defensive lapses, while the Blazers have surged to 7-3, driven by improved home play and rebounding.
Los Angeles Lakers Last 10 Games (5-5 record, averaging 115.2 PPG scored, 116.6 PPG allowed)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Key Stats |
| 1/15/2026 | vs CHA | L 117-135 | 117 PTS, 47% FG |
| 1/13/2026 | vs ATL | W 141-116 | 141 PTS, 58% FG |
| 1/12/2026 | @ SAC | L 112-124 | 112 PTS, 49% FG |
| 1/9/2026 | vs MIL | L 101-105 | 101 PTS, 43% FG |
| 1/7/2026 | @ SAS | L 91-107 | 91 PTS, 40% FG |
| 1/5/2026 | vs MEM | W 120-114 | 120 PTS, 48% FG |
| 1/3/2026 | vs MEM | W 128-121 | 128 PTS, 58% FG |
| 12/30/2025 | vs DET | L 106-128 | 106 PTS, 45% FG |
| 12/28/2025 | vs SAC | W 125-101 | 125 PTS, 53% FG |
| 12/26/2025 | @ LAC | W 115-109 | 115 PTS, 49% FG |
Portland Trail Blazers Last 10 Games (7-3 record, averaging 113.6 PPG scored, 113.9 PPG allowed)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Key Stats |
| 1/15/2026 | vs ATL | W 117-101 | 117 PTS, 49% FG |
| 1/13/2026 | @ GSW | L 97-119 | 97 PTS, 41% FG |
| 1/10/2026 | @ UTA | W 137-117 | 137 PTS, 54% FG |
| 1/8/2026 | vs DAL | W 116-114 | 116 PTS, 49% FG |
| 1/6/2026 | vs LAC | W 107-100 | 107 PTS, 44% FG |
| 1/4/2026 | @ NOP | L 109-122 | 109 PTS, 45% FG |
| 1/2/2026 | @ NOP | W 122-109 | 122 PTS, 45% FG |
| 12/31/2025 | @ OKC | L 95-124 | 95 PTS, 39% FG |
| 12/29/2025 | vs DAL | W 125-122 | 125 PTS, 47% FG |
| 12/27/2025 | vs OKC | W 115-102 | 115 PTS, 48% FG |
Injury Report
Injuries will play a major role, with both teams missing guards and bigs, potentially slowing the pace and emphasizing bench depth.
Los Angeles Lakers
Questionable: John Collins (Right Groin – Soreness), Ivica Zubac (Left Ankle – Sprain)
Out: Bradley Beal (Left Hip – Fracture), Bogdan Bogdanovic (Left Hamstring – Injury Management), Derrick Jones Jr. (Right Knee – Sprain), Kawhi Leonard (Right Ankle – Sprain), Chris Paul (Not With Team), Jaxson Hayes (Hamstring), Adou Thiero (Knee), Austin Reaves (Gastrocnemius Strain)
Portland Trail Blazers
Questionable: Deni Avdija (Ankle/Back), Jerami Grant (Face), Robert Williams III (Illness)
Out: Donovan Clingan (Ankle), Matisse Thybulle (Ankle/Knee), Kris Murray (Back), Scoot Henderson (Hamstring)
Key Player Matchups
Absences shift focus to available stars, with LA’s scoring edge potentially exploiting Portland’s weakened perimeter defense.
Luka Doncic (LAL) vs. Anfernee Simons (POR): Doncic (33+ PPG) could dominate if Simons can’t match his playmaking; expect high usage from both.
Deandre Ayton (LAL) vs. Deandre Ayton (POR): Wait, Ayton is on Lakers? From data, Ayton on Lakers, Clingan on Blazers. Big-man battle: Lakers’ Ayton vs. Blazers’ Clingan (if available) for rebounding control.
LeBron James (LAL) vs. Toumani Camara (POR): James’ versatility vs. Camara’s defense; LA’s experience could create mismatches.
Overall Edge: Lakers’ road form and star power give them the advantage, but Blazers’ home crowd and depth could force a close contest.
Series History
The Lakers hold a commanding all-time lead, but Portland has split recent games at home.
All-Time Record: Lakers lead 134-116 in 250 regular-season games
Recent Meetings: Lakers won the last on 11/3/2025 (123-115)
In the last 5 games: Lakers 3-2 (average score: LAL 116.0, POR 113.8)
At Moda Center: Blazers have won 3 of the last 5 home games vs. Lakers
Betting Trends
Lakers: 21-18-0 ATS overall (53.9%); 13-7 ATS on the road; 5-5 ATS in last 10
Trail Blazers: 23-19-0 ATS overall (54.8%); 11-10 ATS at home; 7-3 ATS in last 10
O/U Trends:
Lakers: Over in 23 of 39 games (59.0%); Over in 6 of last 10; road games hit Over in 11 of 20
Trail Blazers: Over in 22 of 42 games (52.4%); Over in 5 of last 10; home games average 231.2 total points
Game Odds
Los Angeles Lakers 223.5
Portland Trail Blazers – 2.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, January 16, 2026
