"Led by the 6-foot-8 Deni Avdija at point guard, the Blazers have rolled out a supersized lineup that is second in the league in offensive rebounding (13.9 offensive boards per game). The Warriors, who often play three- or four-guard lineups, have been gashed by a Blazers front line that features the 7-foot-2 Donovan Clingan. They've really built their team with length and athleticism, Warriors coach Steve Kerr said after Monday's practice."
"Offense has not been an issue thus far for the Warriors. Steph Curry has averaged 40.3 points per game, and dropped 48 on Portland in the last matchup. Rather, defense has been the biggest problem for Golden State in those games, with the Warriors giving up more than 120 points in each contest."
Golden State and Portland will meet again, marking the eighth matchup between the franchises in the past 12 months including preseason. Golden State is 0-3 against Portland this regular season and has surrendered more than 120 points in each meeting. Portland has used a supersized, long lineup — led at point by 6-foot-8 Deni Avdija and anchored by 7-foot-2 Donovan Clingan — and ranks second in the league in offensive rebounds (13.9 per game). Avdija will be sidelined with a back injury, and Portland will turn to veteran Jrue Holiday at point. Steph Curry remains prolific, averaging 40.3 points per game.
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