CURSD Match Report: Los Angeles Lakers 😔 Unlucky (-16) | Portland Trail Blazers 😏 Lucky (+16)
Los Angeles Lakers 129 - 136 Portland Trail Blazers. Los Angeles Lakers shot 67% eFG, Portland Trail Blazers shot 71% eFG. The data says Los Angeles Lakers deserved better in this game.
The Data
| Stat | Los Angeles Lakers | Portland Trail Blazers |
|---|---|---|
| Final | 129 | 136 |
| FG | 45-80 (56%) | 46-78 (59%) |
| 3PT | 17-43 (40%) | 18-36 (50%) |
| FT | 22-30 (73%) | 26-41 (63%) |
| eFG% | 66.9% | 70.5% |
| Rebounds (off) | 31 (6) | 38 (7) |
| Assists | 28 | 30 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 14 |
| Steals | 6 | 5 |
| Blocks | 4 | 2 |
| Fouls | 29 | 23 |
Key Signals
- Los Angeles Lakers won the efficiency battle (67% vs 71% eFG) but lost - Portland Trail Blazers scorched from three: 18/36 (50%, +14 vs league avg) - Portland Trail Blazers took 11 more free throws (30-41 FTA)
Verdict
CURSD Match Score: Los Angeles Lakers -16 (Unlucky) | Portland Trail Blazers +16 (Lucky)
Los Angeles Lakers were on the wrong side of the variance, but it wasn't egregious.