Warriors vs Trail Blazers

The Blazers visit the defending champion Warriors in their final game of 2022.

Something that could help the Blazers, if they can do their part by winning games, is that teams ahead of them in the standings are dealing with injuries to key players. Assuming Eubanks is the man in the middle, the Blazers will need to be ultra-aggressive in getting to the rack to convert two-point opportunities. Moses Moody will surely capitalize off of no DiVincenzo to absorb his minutes, and is one of the quietest killers in the NBA. They will need to be ready for Kevon Looney and his underrated passing from the free throw line extended. “It feels different to win this game based on the circumstances. The list can go on and on, but coach Billups will need to match coach Kerr’s coaching adjustments on the fly if Portland looks to win, let alone dominate this one. Injuries are plaguing the Blazers and the Warriors, and some of their most reliable role players will be watching from the sidelines. His work in the 2022 playoffs was unsung. When his number is called in crucial situations, he can hit corner threes, cut to the basket and more, so he is nothing to scoff at. The splash nephew, the one that makes the Poole party happen, is not gun-shy. Jonathan Kuminga has shown flashes of brilliance in his young career, and coach Billups will have to game plan to keep him from getting a head of steam and penetrating inside. This is the first meeting between both teams this season.

Before the Warriors host the Trail Blazers, here's everything you need to know for Friday's contest, including how to watch.

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