The Oklahoma City Thunder fell 123-103 to the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday, November 10, at Moda Center after Portland broke open a tied game with a dominant third quarter.
Damian Lillard led Portland with 25 points in just under 24 minutes, while Deni Avdija added 24 points and eight assists.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander paced Oklahoma City with 26 points and eight rebounds, but he shot 8-for-22 from the field and missed all four of his three-point attempts.
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Oklahoma City Thunder: Trail Blazers seize control after halftime
The teams were tied 59-59 at halftime after Portland edged the opening quarter 26-27 and Oklahoma City answered with a 32-point second period.
Portland then outscored the Thunder 38-21 in the third quarter, turning a close contest into a 17-point advantage entering the final period.
The Trail Blazers finished the game with 19 three-pointers on 50 attempts, compared with eight three-pointers on 22 attempts for Oklahoma City.
Portland also converted 24 of 26 free throws, while the Thunder went 21-for-27 from the line.
Key numbers from Thunder vs Trail Blazers
| Statistic | Thunder | Trail Blazers |
|---|---|---|
| Final score | 103 | 123 |
| Field goals | 37-for-84 | 40-for-91 |
| Three-pointers | 8-for-22 | 19-for-50 |
| Rebounds | 45 | 44 |
| Assists | 20 | 26 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 8 |
Donovan Clingan gave Portland a strong interior presence with 13 rebounds and seven points, while Isaiah Hartenstein recorded seven points, nine rebounds and five assists for Oklahoma City.
Jared McCain added 21 points for the Thunder, and Ajay Mitchell scored 14 points.
What the result means
The victory ended Portland’s two-game losing streak, according to the NBA’s game summary.
For Oklahoma City, the loss ended a three-game winning stretch and dropped the Thunder to 8-3 in the early regular season, while Portland improved to 7-3.
The teams are scheduled to meet again in Portland on Wednesday, making the result the first half of a back-to-back matchup.
Oklahoma City will need a more efficient offensive performance in the rematch, particularly from beyond the arc, after Portland created a decisive advantage from three-point range.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the score between the Thunder and Trail Blazers?
The Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 123-103 on November 10, 2026.
Who led the Trail Blazers in scoring?
Damian Lillard led Portland with 25 points.
Who led the Thunder in scoring?
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 26 points for Oklahoma City.
What decided the game?
Portland pulled away by outscoring Oklahoma City 38-21 in the third quarter and making 19 three-pointers.
When will the teams play again?
The Thunder and Trail Blazers are scheduled to meet again in Portland on Wednesday as part of a back-to-back set.
Fact-Checked: The temporal references were verified against the NBA’s official game summary, game details and schedule. The game was played Tuesday, November 10, 2026, in Portland, and the rematch was scheduled for Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
Disclaimer: Records and schedules reflect the information available for the November 10, 2026 game and may change as the NBA season continues.