New Orleans Pelicans vs Portland Trail Blazers Recap
PublishedDecember 12, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:December 12, 2025 ,

NBA Recap: Pelicans vs Portland Trail Blazers – 12/11/25

On Thursday, December 11, 2025, the New Orleans Pelicans hosted the Portland Trail Blazers at the Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans secured a win with a score of 143-120. This game marked a standout performance by Trey Murphy III, who scored 24 points and contributed 6 rebounds and 4 assists.

Another key player for the Pelicans was Bryce McGowens, who added 23 points and grabbed 7 rebounds. On the Trail Blazers’ side, Sidy Cissoko led with 20 points. Despite their efforts, the Trail Blazers fell short in this high-scoring game.

In the first quarter, the Pelicans jumped out to a lead with 39 points, while the Trail Blazers scored 30. The second quarter saw Portland outscore New Orleans 38 to 31, cutting the Pelicans’ lead to just two points at halftime. Both teams were shooting efficiently, but the Pelicans held a slight edge in field goal percentage.

After halftime, the Pelicans increased their lead by scoring 35 points in the third quarter, compared to the Blazers’ 29. In the final quarter, New Orleans sealed the game with 38 points, while Portland managed only 23. The Pelicans dominated the boards with 57 rebounds and had fewer turnovers, which helped them secure the win.

Trey Murphy III led the way for the Pelicans with 24 points. He also grabbed 6 rebounds and dished out 4 assists. Murphy’s shooting was efficient, making 10 of his 14 shots.

For the Trail Blazers, Shaedon Sharpe scored 21 points. He added 3 rebounds and 3 assists to his performance. Sharpe hit 8 of his 14 shots from the field.

Sidy Cissoko also had a strong showing for Portland with 20 points. He was accurate, making 8 of 12 shots. Cissoko also contributed 4 rebounds and 2 assists.

What’s Next

The Pelicans’ win over the Trail Blazers impacts both teams in the Western Conference standings. With a record of 4-22, the Pelicans remain in 15th place. This victory could provide a boost as they aim to climb out of the bottom spot.

On the other hand, the Trail Blazers have a record of 9-16, placing them in 11th position. The loss keeps them just outside the playoff contention area. They need to win upcoming games to improve their standing and move up the conference ladder.

The Portland Trail Blazers will play next on Sunday, December 14, against the Golden State Warriors. This game will be at their home venue, the Moda Center. The Trail Blazers will face the Warriors at 9:00 PM.

The New Orleans Pelicans will also play on Sunday, December 14. They will be on the road against the Chicago Bulls at the United Center. The game is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM.

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