Post by DiamondThief on Dec 2, 2015 21:04:02 GMT -8
Indiana Pacers at Portland Trail Blazers
What: The Pacers make their lone appearance in Portland to the face the Blazers.
When: Thursday, December 3 at 7 p.m. (PT).
Where: Moda Center at the Rose Quarter; Portland, Oregon.
Pacers Media: TV - FSI Radio - 1070 The Fan.
Blazers Media: TV - CSNNW. Radio - Rip City Radio 620 AM.
National Media: NBAtv.
Fact: The Pacers will be on the second night of a back-to-back.
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The Pacers come into the game with a mark of 16-5 (6-3 on the road). The are coming off a 103-91 road win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Dec. 2. The Blazers, are 7-12 (4-5 at home). They are coming off a 115-112 overtime home loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Dec. 2.
ALSO THIS SEASON
Feb. 28 - Blazers at Pacers.
HELPFUL LINKS
Blazers 2015-16 Schedule
Blazers 2015-16 Season Preview
INDIANA PACERS
Paul George (photo courtesy fivethirtyeight.com)
ROSTER
Guards
1 - Joseph Young, 6'2"
2 - Rodney Stuckey, 6'5"
3 - George Hill, 6'3"
11 - Monta Ellis, 6'3"
Forwards
0 - C.J. Miles, 6'6"
5 - Lavoy Allen, 6'9"
10 - Chase Budinger, 6'7"
13 - Paul George, 6'9"
25 - Rakeem Christmas, 6'9"
27 - Jordan Hill, 6'10"
40 - Glenn Robinson III, 6'7"
42 - Shayne Whittington, 6'11"
44 - Solomon Hill, 6'7"
Center
28 - Ian Mahinmi, 6'11"
33 - Myles Turner, 6'11"
INJURY REPORT
Myles Turner (thumb) - out
HEAD COACH
Frank Vogel
STATISTICAL LEADERS
Pts - George 27.2
Reb - Hill 8.4
Ast - Ellis 5.3
Stl - Ellis 1.7
Blk - Mahinmi 1.5
Italics denote projected starters
PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS
Meyers Leonard (photo courtesy Sam Forencich/NBAE via Getty Images)
ROSTER
Guards
0 - Damian Lillard, 6'3"
3 - CJ McCollum, 6'4"
5 - Pat Connaughton, 6'5"
9 - Gerald Henderson, 6'5"
10 - Tim Frazier, 6'1"
44 - Luis Montero, 6'7"
Forwards
4 - Maurice Harkless, 6'9"
8 - Al-Farouq Aminu, 6'9"
17 - Ed Davis, 6'10"
21 - Noah Vonleh, 6'10"
23 - Allen Crabbe, 6'6"
34 - Cliff Alexander, 6'8"
Centers
11 - Meyers Leonard, 7'1"
24 - Mason Plumlee, 6'11"
35 - Chris Kaman, 7'0"
INJURY REPORT
Chris Kaman (ankle) - questionable
HEAD COACH
Terry Stotts
STATISTICAL LEADERS
Pts - Lillard 24.4
Reb - Plumlee 8.4
Ast - Lillard 6.9
Stl - Plumlee 1.2
Blk - Plumlee 1.0
italics denote projected starters
ANGI'S TAKES
PACERS
Indiana is not flashy, but they are getting it done. The Pacers entered their Dec. 2 game tied for the second best record in both the Central Division and the Eastern Conference. Paul George is finally healthy and the Pacers are reaping the benefits from that as he is among the top scorers in the NBA. He will be a tough challenge for any Blazer tasked with defending him. Monta Ellis is one of the better, yet unsung off guards in the league and George Hill is an effective point guard in their system. Ian Mahinmi has been effective at anchoring the middle and Lavoy Allen provides some defense in the starting group. Chase Budinger, Jordan Hill and Rodney Stuckey are players to watch off the bench. Key to an Indiana win: Utilize their experience and pull away in the fourth quarter.
BLAZERS
The question for Portland in this game is whether Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum will re-discover their shooting touch after laying respective eggs against the Mavericks. The Blazers will need a big night from McCollum if they are to win this. Meyers Leonard could take some pressure off if he follows up his 23-point performance against the Mavericks with a solid game here. Mason Plumlee should get the better of Mahinmi, and Ed Davis has been a rebounding monster for the Blazers. Maurice Harkless has been impressive of late. The Blazers will need he and Allen Crabbe to step up; preferably a combination of them all. A solid game at both ends from Al-Farouq Aminu could be a big boost. Key to a Portland win: Defend and stay out of foul trouble.
MATCHUP TO WATCH
George Hill vs. Al-Farouq Aminu.
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