New Orleans Pelicans powered past the Portland Trail Blazers 143-120 on December 11, 2025, at home. The victory snapped a seven-game losing streak, driven by sharp shooting, dominant interior scoring and an energetic return from key players. Portland, short-handed again, kept pace early but faded in the second half.
Pelicans vs Trail Blazers Short Match Summary
New Orleans Pelicans dominated Portland Trail Blazers 143-120 in a high-octane home win on Dec 11. Pelicans erupted for 86 paint points—a team record—while Jordan Poole dazzled with 22 points upon return. Trey Murphy III led with 24 points as Portland's Shaedon Sharpe scored 21 in defeat
NBA Player Stats: Top Performers from Pelicans vs Trail Blazers
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Pelicans vs Trail Blazers Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown: Match Highlights
- First Quarter Highlights: Pelicans jumped ahead 39-30 as Jordan Poole heated up fast with early buckets. Portland trailed early but showed fight from deep.
- Second Quarter Highlights: Blazers clawed back 38-31 to trail 70-68 at half. Tension peaked with Herb Jones' ejection after arguing calls, gifting Deni Avdija free throws.
- Third Quarter Highlights: Hosts extended control 35-29 for a 105-97 lead. Rookies like Jeremiah Fears added spark amid tightening defense.
- Fourth Quarter Highlights: New Orleans erupted 38-23 to seal 143-120. Fast breaks off turnovers crushed Portland's hopes in the blowout finish.
Pelicans vs Trail Blazers Man of the Match: Trey Murphy III Shines
Trey Murphy III earned man of the match honors with 24 points on 10-13 shooting, 5 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 steals. His all-around game powered the paint attack and set the pace early
Pelicans vs Trail Blazers Key Moments: Turning Points & Fan Buzz
Jordan Poole's 13 first-half points and the Pelicans' 38-23 fourth-quarter burst flipped momentum after a tight 70-68 halftime. Fans lit up social media with Poole comeback hype and Bryce McGowens' perfect threes clips. Portland's 10-man rotation fueled chatter, alongside New Orleans' record 86 paint points and rookie fireworks—hinting at brighter days ahead.
Why Pelicans Won & Trail Blazers Lost
Pelicans triumphed through 86 paint points (team record), 51.8% shooting, 64 rebounds, and 10 steals turning Blazers' mistakes into buckets. Depth shone with six in double figures post-coaching tweak. Blazers lost on 15 turnovers feeding fast breaks, shorthanded roster fatigue, and defensive lapses inside despite 44% shooting and 7 blocks. Young core flashed but lacked sustain.
Pelicans vs Trail Blazers Standings Update: Latest Team Records
The latest standings show the Pelicans moving to 4-22, picking up just their second win since the November coaching change. They remain at the bottom of the Southwest Division but finally show signs of momentum. The Trail Blazers fall to 9-16, with six losses in their last seven games, staying in the middle of the Northwest Division race.
What’s Next for Pelicans and Trail Blazers?
With this win, the Pelicans move to 4-22 and prepare for a road matchup against the Chicago Bulls. The Trail Blazers drop to 9-16 and shift focus to their next game against the Golden State Warriors.
