Portland Trailblazers Defeat Memphis Grizzlies 135-115

Damian Lillard scores 42 points as Portland wins big on the road

Published on Feb. 7, 2026

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The Portland Trailblazers defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 135-115 in a high-scoring NBA matchup. All-Star guard Damian Lillard led the way for Portland with 42 points, 8 assists, and 6 rebounds. The Trailblazers jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, dominating the Grizzlies on both ends of the floor.

Why it matters

This win keeps the Trailblazers in the hunt for a top playoff seed in the Western Conference, while the loss is a setback for the Grizzlies who are trying to solidify their position in the crowded middle of the conference standings.

The details

Portland shot an impressive 53% from the field and 43% from three-point range, with Lillard making 7 of his 12 attempts from beyond the arc. The Trailblazers also outrebounded the Grizzlies 46-36 and scored 21 points off 15 Memphis turnovers. Ja Morant led the Grizzlies with 28 points but it wasn't enough to keep up with Portland's offensive onslaught.

  • The game was played on February 7, 2026.

The players

Damian Lillard

All-Star point guard for the Portland Trailblazers.

Ja Morant

All-Star point guard for the Memphis Grizzlies.

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What they’re saying

“We came out with a lot of energy and really set the tone early. When we play like that, we're tough to beat.”

— Damian Lillard, Point Guard, Portland Trailblazers (The Lufkin News)

“They just outplayed us in every facet of the game. We have to go back, watch the film, and figure out how to be better next time.”

— Ja Morant, Point Guard, Memphis Grizzlies (The Lufkin News)

The takeaway

The Trailblazers showed why they are one of the top teams in the Western Conference with this dominant road win over the Grizzlies. Damian Lillard continues to play at an MVP level, leading Portland's high-powered offense to victory.