LOS ANGELES — With 4:43 left at Crypto.com Arena, the Lakers led by two and were still unbeaten. By the final buzzer, the Portland Trail Blazers had outscored them 18-9 and walked out with a 136-129 win. It was Game 4 of 82, in front of a sellout crowd, and the first loss of the … Continue reading UNBEATEN NO MORE: Blazers Finish on 18-9 Run to Hand Lakers First Loss, 136-129
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