LeBron James is in the midst of one of the greatest careers of any NBA player ever. How has he fared against the Portland Trail Blazers?
LeBron James is undoubtedly the second best player in the history of the NBA (behind the obvious GOAT MJ). In his exquisite career, LeBron has averaged 27.2 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 7.2 assists per game, while averaging 38.8 minutes played per contest. James is also an incredible shooter, hitting on 50.4 percent of his field goals, 34.4 percent of his three point shots, and 73.9 percent of his free throws. James’ stats travel, as he averages nearly a point more per game on the road as he does in friendly confines. Lebron is incredible, and he strikes fear into the heart of every team he faces.
LeBron James has found success against Portland in his career. In 27 total games against the Blazers, James is 18-9. LeBron averages 27.9 points, 9.2 rebounds, and 7.3 assists per game against Portland, bettering his career numbers in all three categories. James dominates the boards when he plays Portland, grabbing more rebounds per game against the Blazers than any other team in the Association.
Despite his long term success against Portland, the Blazers have given The King trouble as of late. James is 5-5 in his last ten games against Portland, including five consecutive losses in the Moda Center. LeBron’s last victory in Portland came on 1 March 2012, when the Miami Heat defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 107-93.
Portland opens their season against the Lakers this Thursday, and must stop LeBron to get their 18th straight home win. However, Portland has never lost to LeBron in the Moda Center with Damian Lillard on the roster, and that streak should continue. Three more days until #BeatLA, let’s do it!