Blazers Top Celtics 114-108, Snap Losing Streak

Portland, Ore. The Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Boston Celtics 114-108 on Sunday, snapping a three-game losing streak with a strong third-quarter performance that overcame an early deficit.

Shaedon Sharpe led the Blazers with 26 points, shooting 5 of 8 from three-point range. Deni Avdija contributed 24 points, 10 assists and seven rebounds, while Toumani Camara added 20 points. Donovan Clingan recorded a double-double with 18 points and 18 rebounds, and Caleb Love scored 18 points off the bench, including a crucial three-pointer late in the game.

For the Celtics, Jaylen Brown topped all scorers with 37 points on 14-of-23 shooting, along with seven rebounds and four assists. The performance marked Brown's ninth consecutive game with at least 30 points, tying the franchise record set by Larry Bird. Anfernee Simons, playing his first game against his former team after being traded to Boston last summer, added 13 points off the bench. Rookie Hugo Gonzalez also scored 13 points, with six rebounds, three assists and two steals in 30 minutes.

The game remained close throughout, with Boston holding a 63-55 lead at halftime. Portland responded aggressively in the third quarter,...