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The Washington Wizards defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 115–111 on January 27 at Capital One Arena in a defensive battle that fell short of the Vegas total of 232.5 points. Wizards center A. Sarr led all scorers with 29 points, supported by K. George's 19, while Portland's S. Sharpe countered with 31 points in the losing effort. Washington's ball movement proved decisive, dishing out 27 assists compared to Portland's 19, and the Wizards' 17 three-pointers to Portland's 14 provided crucial spacing despite both teams shooting below 41 percent from the field. The Trail Blazers dominated the glass with 69 rebounds to Washington's 46 and dominated the third quarter 34–26, yet costly turnovers—Portland committed 20 compared to Washington's 13—proved the difference in a four-point margin. Washington's defense held Portland to a 100.8 offensive rating while generating 16 steals and 12 blocks. The Wizards' second-quarter surge (34 points) established momentum they protected through the final frame. This victory solidifies Washington's Eastern Conference positioning as the Blazers' turnover woes continue to plague their road efficiency.
