Jerami Grant’s 37 points and Malcolm Brogdon’s season-high 30 powered the Portland Trail Blazers (12-29) to a thrilling 118-115 victory over the Indiana Pacers (24-18).
Pascal Siakam, making his debut for the Pacers after being traded from Toronto, added 21 points to the scoreboard. Despite Siakam’s impactful presence, the Blazers managed to spoil his first game with the Pacers.
Myles Turner, with 29 points and 12 rebounds, led the Pacers’ effort to stay in the game. Tyrese Haliburton, returning for the Pacers after a five-game absence due to injury, contributed 21 points and 17 assists.
The absence of Anfernee Simons, who was battling an illness, did not hinder the Trail Blazers’ success.
