Blazers Defeat Pelicans, Boost Playoff Positioning

Portland rallies in second half to extend New Orleans' losing streak

Apr. 3, 2026 at 8:34am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the dynamic movements and action of a basketball game, with fragmented, overlapping shapes in a vibrant color palette representing the players and the ball.The Blazers' 3-point shooting prowess and second-half rally propel them to a crucial win over the slumping Pelicans.New Orleans Today

The Portland Trail Blazers defeated the visiting New Orleans Pelicans 118-106 on Thursday, with Jrue Holiday and Toumani Camara combining to make 13 of the team's 20 3-pointers. The Blazers rallied in the second half to hold off the Pelicans and improve their playoff positioning.

Why it matters

This win helps the Blazers solidify their position in the Western Conference playoff race, while the Pelicans' losing streak extends their struggles this season. The game featured strong 3-point shooting from the Blazers, which has been a key factor in their recent success.

The details

The Blazers overcame a halftime deficit to pull away from the Pelicans in the second half, fueled by the hot shooting of Holiday and Camara. Portland knocked down 20 3-pointers as a team, with the duo combining for 13 of those makes from beyond the arc.

  • The game was played on Thursday, April 3, 2026.

The players

Jrue Holiday

A guard for the Portland Trail Blazers who had a strong shooting performance in the game.

Toumani Camara

A forward for the Portland Trail Blazers who also contributed significantly to the team's 3-point shooting in the win.

New Orleans Pelicans

The opposing team that suffered the loss, extending their current losing streak.

Portland Trail Blazers

The home team that rallied in the second half to defeat the Pelicans and improve their playoff positioning.

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What they’re saying

“We knew we had to come out strong in the second half and knock down some shots. Jrue and Toumani really got it going from deep, and that was the difference for us tonight.”

— Damian Lillard, Portland Trail Blazers Guard

What’s next

The Blazers will look to build on this win as they continue their push for a playoff spot, while the Pelicans will try to end their losing streak in their next game.

The takeaway

The Blazers' ability to rally and hit timely 3-pointers was the key to their victory over the struggling Pelicans, further solidifying Portland's position in the Western Conference playoff race.