Trail Blazers ride strong start, highlight flopping debate ahead of Thursday's game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 5:11 AM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026
The Portland Trail Blazers have had a solid start to the 2026 season, highlighted by a noteworthy performance against the Los Angeles Lakers. Commentary from Micah Nori emphasizes issues with officiating and flopping, particularly surrounding Ja Morant's appeal of a technical foul from the game in Los Angeles. In their next matchup, Morant will face his former team. Insights from the game and discussions on team rotations are integral to the ongoing narrative of the Blazers' season.
- •Portland Trail Blazers show a strong start to the season.
- •Micah Nori critiques officiating inconsistencies regarding flopping.
- •Ja Morant appeals a technical foul from the Lakers game.
- •Morant faces his former team on Thursday night.
- 5:11 AMYahoo Sports — PODCAST: Trail Blazers' Strong Start, Flopping Fiasco, and Season Outlook
"Ja Morant faces his former squad as Micah Nori slams officiating inconsistencies, highlighting a surging Portland roster defined by gritty rotations and a statement win over Los Angeles.
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