Overview
- Portland confirmed Deni Avdija will miss the game with lower-back soreness, his first absence after averaging 26.1 points, 7.1 rebounds and 6.9 assists through 40 games.
- Jerami Grant is doubtful with left Achilles tendinitis, and the Blazers remain without Scoot Henderson, Damian Lillard, Kris Murray, Matisse Thybulle and Blake Wesley.
- Golden State lists only Seth Curry out with left sciatic nerve irritation, with Stephen Curry available for the matchup.
- Tip-off is 8:00 p.m. PT at Chase Center on NBC and Peacock, with betting markets listing the Warriors as clear favorites around -9.5 to -10.5.
- Portland has taken the first three meetings by leaning on length and elite offensive rebounding with Donovan Clingan, even as Stephen Curry has averaged over 40 points against the Blazers, including a 48-point outing.