Portland Trail Blazers vs. Miami Heat: Game Preview
The Portland Trail Blazers begin a five-day road trip with a game against the Miami Heat at the Kaseya Center on Saturday night.
Game Details
- Teams: Portland Trail Blazers (5-3) at Miami Heat (5-4)
- Radio: Rip City Radio (KPOJ 620 AM)
- TV Channel: KUNP
- Antenna: 47.1
Streaming and Viewing Options
The entire Blazers season is available live or on-demand through BlazerVision for an annual fee of $120. For those without cable, the game can be watched live for free with an HDTV antenna via the local ABC affiliate (Charge 2.2 in Portland).
More information about Rip City TV and game viewing can be found at nba.com/blazers/watch.
Betting Odds (Oregon Lottery/DraftKings)
- Spread: POR -3.5
- Over/Under: 239.5
Recent Team Performance
The Blazers recorded their most notable win of the season on Wednesday, overcoming a 22-point deficit in the first quarter to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 121-119. This victory ended Portland's 16-game losing streak against Oklahoma City, dating back to April 3, 2021.
Deni Avdija overcame a tough shooting night—missing his first 11 shots—to nearly achieve a triple-double with 26 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists.
In their last three games, the Blazers have beaten two championship contenders, Denver and Oklahoma City, and lost to a short-handed Lakers team.
Upcoming Schedule
This game marks the start of a five-game trip, including stops in Orlando, New Orleans, Houston, and Dallas.
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