Portland, OR – The Portland Trail Blazers ended the Indiana Pacers’ eight-game losing streak with a decisive 131-111 victory on Sunday night at the Moda Center. The win was highlighted by the return of forward Deni Avdija, who had been sidelined with a lower back injury.

Henderson Leads the Charge

Scoot Henderson led all scorers with a season-high 28 points, shooting 10-of-15 from the field. The Trail Blazers’ offense proved too much for the Pacers, who struggled to contain Portland’s attack.

Avdija’s Impact

Deni Avdija made a significant impact in his 25 minutes on the court. He scored 18 points and contributed with five rebounds and three blocks.

I was focused on not having back pain and keeping my game flowing,” Deni Avdija

Pacers Continue to Struggle

The Indiana Pacers fall to 15-48 on the season, continuing a difficult stretch. The team was led by Pascal Siakam with 22 points.

Key Stats

• Trail Blazers Field Goal Percentage: 51% (47-93)
• Pacers Field Goal Percentage: 43% (41-95)
• Trail Blazers Three-Point Percentage: 37% (15-41)
• Pacers Three-Point Percentage: 33% (14-42)
• Trail Blazers Free Throw Percentage: 81% (22-27)
• Pacers Free Throw Percentage: 63% (15-24)

Conference Standings (March 9, 2026)

Eastern Conference

1. Detroit Pistons 45-18
2. Boston Celtics 43-21
3. Novel York Knicks 41-24
4. Cleveland Cavaliers 39-25
5. Toronto Raptors 36-27
6. Orlando Magic 35-28
7. Miami Heat 36-29
8. Philadelphia 76ers 34-29
9. Atlanta Hawks 33-31
10. Charlotte Hornets 32-33
11. Milwaukee Bucks 27-36
12. Chicago Bulls 26-38
13. Brooklyn Nets 16-47
14. Washington Wizards 16-47
15. Indiana Pacers 15-49

Western Conference

1. Oklahoma City Thunder 50-15
2. San Antonio Spurs 47-17
3. Minnesota Timberwolves 40-24
4. Houston Rockets 39-24
5. Denver Nuggets 39-25
6. Los Angeles Lakers 39-25
7. Phoenix Suns 37-27
8. Golden State Warriors 32-31
9. Los Angeles Clippers 31-32
10. Portland Trail Blazers 31-34
11. Memphis Grizzlies 23-39
12. Dallas Mavericks 21-43
13. New Orleans Pelicans 21-45
14. Utah Jazz 19-45
15. Sacramento Kings 15-50

Looking Ahead

The Trail Blazers (31-34) will look to continue their momentum in their next game, while the Pacers (15-49) will aim to break their losing streak.

FAQ

Who scored the most points for the Trail Blazers?

Scoot Henderson scored a season-high 28 points.

What is Deni Avdija’s current status?

Deni Avdija returned from a lower back injury and scored 18 points.

What is the Pacers’ current record?

The Indiana Pacers are currently 15-49.