Portland Trail Blazers (6-13) vs. Golden State Warriors (9-11)
Portland Trail Blazers vs. Golden State Warriors 12/6/23 – The struggling Portland Trail Blazers will face the inconsistent Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night. Both teams have failed to meet expectations so far this season. Premium handicapper reviews indicate this could be a close matchup between two teams hungry for a win. Both teams, eager to improve their standings, face off in a contest that promises to highlight their contrasting styles and strengths.
Portland Trail Blazers despite their struggles have shown glimpses of promise. Averaging 105.2 points per game on offense led by Jerami Grant’s 22.1 PPG average and 43.6% field goal percentage/ 33.8% 3-point shooting, these performances indicate room for growth while their defense allows an average of 108.3 points per game which indicates need for tightening up defensively.
Golden State’s Warriors sit just below .500, seeking stability as well. Their offense has been more potent, scoring an average of 114.8 points per game led by Stephen Curry’s 29.1 PPG average and an improved field goal percentage (45.3%) and 3-point success rate (36%), showing their ability to score efficiently; yet defensive issues persist, as evidenced by them allowing an average of 113.2 PPG against them.
Portland Trail Blazers vs. Golden State Warriors 12/6/23 Game Info
| When: | Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at 10:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Chase Center |
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| Stream: | NBA League Pass |
Jerami Grant (SF) vs. Stephen Curry (PG)
Jerami Grant has provided Portland with efficient scoring and leadership in his first season with the team. He’s averaging career highs in points (22.1), rebounds (3.8), and blocks (0.9) per game while shooting 49.4% from the field. His versatility as a combo forward who can score inside and out gives Portland an essential offensive weapon. However, Grant is turnover-prone (2.5 per game) and can struggle defensively against quicker guards.
Stephen Curry continues to dominate offensively, leading the Warriors with 29.1 points per game on 50.1% shooting. He stretches the floor with his quick trigger from 3 (5.4 makes on 12.7 attempts per game) and has shown increased comfort attacking the basket. While still an average on-ball defender prone to lapses off the ball, Curry can impact games significantly even without scoring through his gravity and playmaking ability (4.7 assists).
Curry’s superstar talent could prove too much for Portland if he catches fire from 3. However, Grant’s size and defensive versatility give him a chance to slow Curry. Ultimately, the outcome of this matchup could determine which team leaves victorious.
NBA Odds/Point Spread: Golden State Warriors -588, Total Odds: 225
The odds heavily favor the Warriors, reflecting their superior offensive capabilities and home-court advantage. The total odds suggest an expectation of a high-scoring game, aligning with both teams’ offensive strengths.
Portland Trail Blazers Betting Trends
Portland has exceeded betting expectations recently, covering the spread in four of their last five games. The Blazers also leaned Under in four of those five contests. However, they’ve struggled to win games straight up, dropping 10 of their last 13. Portland has particularly struggled against Golden State, losing six straight matchups while covering just once in that span.
Golden State Warriors Betting Trends
Golden State’s games have trended Over more often than not, going Over in six of their last eight. However, the Warriors have disappointed bettors with point spreads, posting a 3-9 straight up record in their last 12 games. Golden State has defended home court against Portland though, winning five straight home matchups. But they’ve posted mixed results against Western Conference foes, going 3-8 straight up in their last 11 matchups.
Portland Trail Blazers vs. Golden State Warriors 12/6/23 Betting Picks
Based on the analysis and betting trends, the Warriors seem to be the more reliable pick, especially given their strong home record against Portland. The Trail Blazers’ road struggles further support this. However, Portland’s ability to cover the spread recently suggests they might keep the game closer than expected.
For basketball free picks, Golden State’s offensive firepower and home-court advantage make them the better pick. The over/under is a tough call, but considering both teams’ scoring abilities, leaning towards the OVER might be the wise choice.
Free Pick & Prediction: Golden State Warriors 117, Portland Trail Blazers 107