The 2024-25 NBA regular season begins with an exciting Western Conference Portland Trail Blazers vs. Golden State Warriors game on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at 10:00 PM ET. Fans can catch all the action on NBCS-BA and KATU as the Trail Blazers host the Warriors. With both teams eager to start strong, this game guarantees an electric atmosphere and drama. Who will grab the early momentum?
Portland Trail Blazers vs. Golden State Warriors: Preview
Stephen Curry is starting his 16th season with the Warriors and wants to keep the team’s focus on 3-point shooting now that Klay Thompson has joined the Mavericks. With Thompson leaving, Curry will lead the offense, while Draymond Green continues to play an important role on defense.
Last season, the Warriors finished 10th in the Western Conference and lost to the Kings in the play-in tournament. To improve, they have added some experienced shooters and solid players who can contribute to both offense and defense. Curry still shows he can perform at a high level, which keeps the team competitive.
The Trail Blazers are in the middle of a rebuild after finishing last in the West last season with a record of 21 wins and 61 losses. They used to be a playoff team, but now they are focused on developing younger players along with some experienced veterans.
Deandre Ayton is a strong center for the team, and Matisse Thybulle adds good defense. The Blazers are working on building team chemistry again. Their positive performance during the preseason gives hope that they can start the new season on a better note.
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Portland Trail Blazers vs. Golden State Warriors: Odds And Best Bets
The current betting odds show the Warriors favored by 5.5 points, with total points over/under set at 224. The moneyline odds are -201 for Golden State and +167 for Portland. Predictions suggest the Warriors will cover the spread, with an expected final score of Warriors 119 and Trail Blazers 108.
Looking at team performance, the Warriors averaged 117.8 points per game last season, ranking eighth in the league, while allowing 115.2 points, placing them 18th defensively. They had a successful record when favored, going 37-17 on the moneyline and 29-15-1 against the spread when scoring over 115.4 points.
The Trail Blazers struggled offensively, averaging only 106.4 points per game, which ranked them 29th. They also allowed an average of 115.4 points, putting them 19th defensively. Last season, Portland managed to win only 20 out of 76 games as underdogs. The combined scoring from both teams last season was around 224.2 points per game, slightly above the current total for this matchup, making it an interesting opportunity for bettors.
Portland Trail Blazers vs. Golden State Warriors: Head-To-Head Stats
The Golden State Warriors and the Portland Trail Blazers have played against each other 246 times in the regular season. In these games, the Warriors have won 116 games, while the Trail Blazers have won 130. This ongoing rivalry shows how competitive both teams have been since they first met on the court.
When looking at their overall performance, the Warriors have scored a total of 26,156 points in these games, achieving a field goal percentage of 46.1%. They have also done well in other areas, such as rebounds and assists. The Trail Blazers, in contrast, have scored 26,537 points with a field goal percentage of 46.3%. Their effectiveness on offense is supported by solid rebounding and playmaking, showing the balanced competition between these two teams over the years.
