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Spurs Down Portland 118-116 - Match Report
Portland was scorched by Victor Wembanyama for 28 points as the Spurs defeated the Trail Blazers 118-116 in NBA action on Friday.
Bettors who backed the Spurs were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -3.5. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 226.5.
Devin Vassell had 23 points for San Antonio and Julian Champagnie chipped in with 19 points. Blake Wesley had 8 assists for the Spurs, while Victor Wembanyama was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Portland got 32 points from Jerami Grant in a losing cause and another 30 points from Anfernee Simons. Anfernee Simons contributed 7 assists for the Trail Blazers, while Donovan Clingan had 7 rebounds.
San Antonio led at halftime, 52-42.
The rebound battle favored San Antonio as they grabbed 41 boards, while Portland only had 36
Next game, San Antonio takes its act home to face Minnesota looking for another win. For Portland, they head on the road to face Phoenix.