Portland has won four straight games against Sacramento entering tonight’s contest, having beaten the Kings twice already this season. In the two games, CJ McCollum has averaged 26.5 points on 47.7% percent shooting to lead the Blazers in scoring in both victories. In the December 27 matchup, McCollum became the first NBA player to record 35 points, 11 rebounds, nine assists and five steals since the Minnesota Timberwolves’ Kevin Garnett accomplished the feat on December 10, 2004.
In 200 meetings between the two franchises, Portland leads the all-time series versus Sacramento, 124-76. Over 99 games in Portland, the Blazers own an 81-18 advantage on their home court.
Monday’s tip-off is set for 7:00 pm. Mike Barrett and Mike Rice have the call on CSNNW, while Brian Wheeler and Antonio Harvey describe the action on Rip City Radio 620 and the Trail Blazers mobile app.