The Portland Trail Blazers (28-37) are set to face off against the Golden State Warriors (36-28) on Monday, March 10, 2025, at the Chase Center in San Francisco, California. This game features two teams with contrasting seasons, as the Warriors aim to solidify their playoff position while the Trail Blazers look to navigate a challenging season.
Portland Trail Blazers
The Trail Blazers have had a challenging season, currently sitting in the 12th seed in the Western Conference. They are coming off a 125-116 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Sunday, which marked their fourth loss in five games. Key players for the Trail Blazers include:
Anfernee Simons: Leading the team with 19.3 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game. Simons has been a consistent offensive threat for the Trail Blazers.
Shaedon Sharpe: Averaging 17.7 points and 4 rebounds per game. Sharpe has been a reliable scorer and playmaker for the Trail Blazers.
Deni Avdija: Contributing significantly with 14.8 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game. Avdija has shown promise and continues to develop his game.
In their last game against the Suns, Anfernee Simons led the team with 24 points, while Shaedon Sharpe added 21 points. The Trail Blazers shot 45.2% from the field and 34.3% from beyond the arc. Despite their recent struggles, the Trail Blazers are looking to build on their momentum and secure a spot in the play-in tournament.
Golden State Warriors
The Warriors have had an impressive season, currently sitting in the sixth seed in the Western Conference. They are on a four-game winning streak and have won 11 of their last 13 games since trading for Jimmy Butler. Key players for the Warriors include:
Stephen Curry: Leading the team with 24.5 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 6.2 assists per game. Curry has been a consistent offensive force for the Warriors.
Jimmy Butler: Averaging 17.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 5.0 assists per game. Butler has been a key player in the Warriors’ recent success.
Draymond Green: Contributing significantly with 9.0 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 5.9 assists per game. Green has been a reliable presence in the paint for the Warriors.
In their last game against the Detroit Pistons, Stephen Curry led the team with 32 points, while Jimmy Butler added 26 points and nine rebounds. The Warriors shot 44.8% from the field and 35.9% from beyond the arc. They played excellent defense in the fourth quarter, holding the Pistons to just 20 points and securing the victory.
Game Insights
Points/Game: The Trail Blazers are averaging 110.5 points per game, while the Warriors are averaging 113.3 points.
Rebounds/Game: The Trail Blazers are averaging 44 rebounds per game, while the Warriors are averaging 46 rebounds.
Field Goal Percentage: The Trail Blazers have shot at a 45.2% rate from the field this season, while the Warriors have shot at a 44.8% rate.
Injuries
Trail Blazers: Deni Avdija (quadriceps) is questionable. Deandre Ayton (calf), Matisse Thybulle (ankle), and Robert Williams III (knee) are out.
Warriors: Jonathan Kuminga (ankle) and Brandon Podziemski (back) are out. Jackson Rowe (elbow) is questionable.
Portland Trail Blazers 231
Golden State Warriors – 12.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, March 9, 2025
