A Night to Remember: Blazers Make History Against Hornets
The Portland Trail Blazers delivered a stunning performance on Saturday night (February 22, 2025), crushing the Charlotte Hornets with a 141-88 victory. This 53-point margin marks the largest winning margin in the franchise’s history, breaking their previous 129-79 home win record set on November 21, 1982.
The win came at a crucial time as the Blazers desperately needed a turnaround after a tough loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night. They found redemption in spectacular fashion, dominating the Hornets from the opening minutes to the final buzzer.
Blazers’ Explosive Start
The Blazers came out aggressively and set the tone early.
- They opened the game with a 16-4 run and finished the first quarter leading 38-21.
- Anfernee Simons added a highlight moment, hitting a running hook shot off the glass at the buzzer.
- The Blazers extended their lead to 73-40 by halftime, with Simons leading the charge with 25 points.
- By the third quarter, Portland stretched the lead to 101-57 with 3:31 left.
- The dominance continued into the fourth, with the Blazers maintaining a 109-66 advantage.
Key Performers: Blazers’ Standout Players
- Anfernee Simons – 25 points (led the team, first-half dominance)
- Toumani Camara – 20 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists
- Shaedon Sharpe – 20 points off the bench
- Jabari Walker – 20 points, 14 rebounds
- Deni Avdija – 15 points
- Scoot Henderson – 13 points off the bench
Hornets’ Effort Falls Short
Despite their struggles, the Charlotte Hornets had a few notable performances:
- Miles Bridges – 17 points (team’s top scorer)
- Nick Smith – 14 points
- Jusuf Nurkić – 11 points, 8 rebounds off the bench
- Mark Williams – 10 points
- LaMelo Ball – 5 points (struggled to find rhythm)
Shooting Efficiency: Blazers’ Hot Hand
- Blazers: 58.6% FG (20/43)
- Hornets: 34.7% FG (5/32)
The Trail Blazers’ sharp shooting and defensive intensity overwhelmed the Hornets, sealing a dominant and much-needed victory.
Final Thoughts
This historic victory not only boosts the Blazers’ morale but also serves as a reminder of their potential when firing on all cylinders. With Anfernee Simons leading the charge and key contributions from the bench, the future looks bright for Portland as they aim to build on this record-breaking performance.
