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Blazers Handle Shorthanded Lakers 132-116, Extend Surge to Nine Wins in 12

Portland's renewed depth reflected a ninth win in 12, exposing L.A.'s lineup instability.

Jan 17, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick reacts during the second half to an officials call against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images
Jan 17, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) puts up a shot during the second half after a foul was called against Portland Trail Blazers forward Toumani Camara (33) at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Los Angeles played without Luka Doncic (groin, day-to-day after a clear MRI), Austin Reaves (calf), Deandre Ayton (knee, day-to-day) and Jaxson Hayes (hamstring), falling to 24-16 with five losses in six games and using their 19th starting lineup in 40 contests.
  • Portland controlled the game behind balanced scoring as Shaedon Sharpe scored 25, Caleb Love and Jerami Grant added 22 each, and Donovan Clingan posted 18 points and 11 rebounds while the team shot about 53% and led by double digits after every quarter.
  • The Blazers attempted 22 free throws in the first quarter and 34 overall, drawing postgame complaints from JJ Redick and LeBron James about inconsistent officiating, though both stopped short of blaming the loss on the whistle.
  • Two-way forward Drew Timme supplied a career-high 21 points on 9-of-12 shooting in extended minutes for the Lakers, with James noting the performance could help the team "if we continue to play him."
  • With Jrue Holiday and Grant still on minutes limits, Portland improved to 21-22 during a healthier stretch, while the Lakers turn quickly to face Toronto on Sunday with Doncic considered day-to-day.