Damian Lillard scored 33 points (14 in the third quarter), and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 129-112.
The Trail Blazers took control with a 25-9 run in the third quarter and led by as many as 21.
For the Cavaliers, Jordan Clarkson scored 22 points (12 in the paint) off the bench, and Rodney Hood added 20 points. Ante Zizic had 16 points and 8 rebounds off the bench.
The Trail Blazers shot 52.8% from the field and 55.2% from 3 to the Cavaliers’ 47.4% and 31.6%. The Cavaliers forced 4 turnovers, about 8 fewer than usual for this many possessions. They outscored the Trail Blazers 66-35 off the bench. The Trail Blazers’ starters outscored the Cavaliers 71-49 in 23 minutes together. Zach Collins fouled out.