Blazers vs Spurs Prediction 26 April 2026
🔊 Can the hosts level the score once again in this thrilling series? The Portland Trail Blazers are set to face off against the San Antonio Spurs at home in Game 4 of their NBA playoff first-round clash. In the previous matchup, even without their star Wembanyama, the Texans convincingly showcased their superiority, although the Blazers were far from outmatched. Currently, Splitter's squad trails 1-2, making this showdown crucial for the series' progression. Let's delve into how this encounter might unfold and offer an insightful prediction.
Head-to-Head
📊 These teams have faced off 59 times, with Portland securing 25 victories, while their San Antonio rivals have emerged victorious in 34 encounters. The last time these clubs met was on 25 April 2026 in Portland, where the Spurs convincingly won with a score of 120-108.
Head-to-head statistics Blazers - Spurs
Portland Trail Blazers Team Overview
Portland are showcasing some solid basketball in the early part of their series against the formidable San Antonio, despite trailing 1-2. In the third game, they controlled the pace for a significant portion, heading into halftime with a six-point lead. By the third quarter, that advantage even stretched to double digits. However, the team seemed to lose belief in their momentum, managing just 43 points over the final two quarters. One contributing factor was the subpar performance of their leader Avdija, who made only 3 out of 15 shots.
The struggling Israeli was overshadowed by the evergreen guard Holiday, who racked up 29 points, excelling not only offensively but also defensively. He effectively disrupted the Spurs' passing lanes, recording four steals. Yet, why the stretch from the seventh minute of the third quarter ended in a 26-53 deficit is something the coach must address, as it seemed like two different teams were on the court before and after that period. Portland have shown they can stand up to the Texans (at least while Wembanyama is absent), but to defeat such an opponent, maintaining a high level of play until the final whistle is crucial.
Match Results: Portland Trail Blazers
San Antonio Spurs Team Overview
San Antonio are in excellent form, boasting seven wins in their last ten games, including impressive performances on the road. They average a remarkable 119.7 points per game while conceding only about 111 points during this stretch. The team excels in quick transitions from defense to offense, allowing them to control the pace and impose their style of basketball on opponents. Thanks to these qualities, along with the strong form of their role players and bench depth, Johnson's squad mounted a powerful comeback in Game 3.
Trailing 67-82 with 5 minutes left in the third quarter, they found the strength to win the remaining stretch 53-26. As we mentioned earlier, this roster is incredibly strong even without their leader Wembanyama. Notably, in the absence of the injured French giant, it wasn't the second-tier player Fox who stepped up, but rather the under-the-radar Castle and Harper, who scored 33 and 27 points respectively. Wemby's replacement, Kornet, also performed well, contributing 14 points and 10 rebounds. The Spurs have shown their ability to withstand significant pressure-a highly valuable trait for the playoffs, which has been the downfall of equally powerful teams in previous years.
Match Results: San Antonio Spurs
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Portland Trail Blazers
✅ Portland have no injury concerns
📋 Projected lineup: Henderson, Avdija, Kamara, Clingan, Holiday.
San Antonio Spurs
⛔ Spurs are once again uncertain about the participation of their star Wembanyama, who suffered a concussion in the second game of the series. A decision regarding his involvement will be made just before the game.
📋 Projected lineup: Fox, Kornet, Castle, Vassell, Champagnie.
🔝 Top Scorers
Portland's leading scorer is Avdija, averaging 24.2 points per game this season. However, he struggled in the previous matchup, managing only 18 points and missing most of his field goal attempts.
San Antonio's main offensive threat is the currently injured Wembanyama, who averages 25 points. In his absence, it was expected that Fox would step up in Game 3 against Portland, but he delivered a lackluster performance with just 18 points, converting only 7 of his 18 field goal attempts.
🏀 Three-Point Shooting
Portland has been a laughingstock from beyond the arc all season, with a mere 34.3% shooting accuracy. However, they managed a solid 36.8% against the Spurs recently. Defensively, the Blazers sit mid-table in perimeter defense, allowing opponents to hit 35.8% of their threes.
San Antonio is a solid middle-of-the-pack team in three-point shooting, converting 35.9%. Yet, in the last encounter, they posted an impressive 48.4% accuracy. On their home court, the Texans rank in the Top 8 for perimeter defense, allowing only 35.2% of threes.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
We anticipate a fast-paced game with plenty of offensive action from both teams. San Antonio recently secured an impressive victory, which could be a significant psychological blow to the relatively inexperienced home side. We believe the Texans will approach this matchup with confidence, even if Wembanyama doesn't play again. We've seen that their bench and the rest of the starting lineup can deliver outstanding basketball not only in the regular season but also in the playoffs. We'll stick to the basics and back the visitors with a spread of (-3.5).No comments
Betting Tips: Portland Trail Blazers - San Antonio Spurs
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