Damian Lillard leads Trail Blazers past Lakers, remains undefeated
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Last updated Oct 28, 2026
Damian Lillard powered the Portland Trail Blazers to a 136-129 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on October 27 at Crypto.com Arena. The Blazers improved to 3-0, marking their best start since 2022, while the Lakers' three-game win streak ended. Lillard contributed 21 points, including a critical step-back three-pointer late in the game. Luka Dončić delivered a game-high 41 points for the Lakers but could not secure the win. The match was competitive throughout, with significant performances from both teams, including Ja Morant's 23 points for Portland.
- •Portland Trail Blazers improve to 3-0 this season.
- •Lakers drop to 3-1 after ending their win streak.
- •Luka Dončić scored 41 points for Los Angeles.
- •Damian Lillard hit a crucial three-pointer late in the game.
- •Game took place at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
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"Luka Doncic looked to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to their fourth straight win as they hosted the Portland Trail Blazers at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday. Doncic renewed his marquee matchup with Damian Lillard, who has looked great in his return from an Achilles injury. Doncic took on the challenge of guarding Lillard. During one stretch, Doncic […] The post Luka Doncic’s defensive effort in Lakers-Blazers grabs Reggie Miller’s attention appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ja Morant and Deni Avdija scored 23 points apiece, Damian Lillard added 21 and hit a clutch 3-pointer with 43 seconds to play, and the Portland Trail Blazers remained unbeaten with a 136-129 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night.Luka Doncic had 41 points and nine assists in the Lakers' first loss of the season.
"Luka Doncic scores 41 points, but Portland Trail Blazers match the Lakers basket for basket and come out on top of high-scoring game.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 28, 2026, 6:33 AMLuka Doncic’s defensive effort in Lakers-Blazers grabs Reggie Miller’s attention
Luka Doncic looked to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to their fourth straight win as they hosted the Portland Trail Blazers at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday. Doncic renewed his marquee matchup with Damian Lillard, who has looked great in his return from an Achilles injury. Doncic took on the challenge of guarding Lillard. During one stretch, Doncic […] The post Luka Doncic’s defensive effort in Lakers-Blazers grabs Reggie Miller’s attention appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsOct 28, 2026, 6:28 AMLuka Doncic’s 41-point masterpiece not enough as Lakers fall to Trail Blazers
Luka Doncic scored 41 points, but it wasn't enough as the Lakers fell 136-129 to the Trail Blazers to drop to 3-1 on the season.
- Yahoo SportsOct 28, 2026, 6:12 AMLakers suffer first loss of season at hands of Trail Blazers
Luka Doncic scores 41 points, but Portland Trail Blazers match the Lakers basket for basket and come out on top of high-scoring game.
- Yahoo SportsOct 28, 2026, 6:09 AMJa Morant, Damian Lillard lead unbeaten Trail Blazers past Lakers 136-129 despite Luka Doncic's 41
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ja Morant and Deni Avdija scored 23 points apiece, Damian Lillard added 21 and hit a clutch 3-pointer with 43 seconds to play, and the Portland Trail Blazers remained unbeaten with a 136-129 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night.Luka Doncic had 41 points and nine assists in the Lakers' first loss of the season.
- Yahoo SportsOct 28, 2026, 5:58 AMDamian Lillard powers Trail Blazers past Luka Dončić, Lakers to remain undefeated
The Lakers' undefeated run to start the season has finally come to an end.
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