San Antonio Spurs vs Portland Trail Blazers Picks and Predictions for Sunday April 26 2026
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The San Antonio Spurs travel to face the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center in Portland, Oregon on Sunday, April 26, 2026, with tip-off scheduled for 3:30 PM and national coverage available on ESPN. This Western Conference First Round Game 4 matchup features San Antonio holding a 2-1 series lead as they look to extend their advantage, while Portland aims to respond on home court. The Spurs are listed as -5.5 favorites with a moneyline of -218, while the Trail Blazers come in at +180 with a total set at 218.5 points. The NBA action is just getting started up and you want to stay on top of the action with our Free NBA picks.
Previous Game Recap
San Antonio recently won over Portland 120-108 in Game 3, taking a 2-1 lead in the series with a strong second-half performance. The Trail Blazers held a narrow edge early, leading 65-59 at halftime after outscoring the Spurs in the first two quarters. However, San Antonio responded in the third period, cutting into the deficit and then pulling away in the fourth with a 32-21 scoring advantage to secure the win. The game shifted decisively late as the Spurs controlled the pace and executed efficiently down the stretch.
For San Antonio, Stephon Castle led the way with an impressive 33-point performance, shooting efficiently and getting to the free-throw line consistently while also contributing five assists. Dylan Harper provided a major boost off the bench with 27 points on strong shooting while also adding 10 rebounds, helping swing the momentum in the second half. De’Aaron Fox added 18 points and six assists, while Luke Kornet contributed 14 points and 10 rebounds, giving the Spurs a balanced offensive effort. Devin Vassell chipped in 11 points along with seven rebounds, and the team finished with solid overall production across multiple contributors.
Portland’s effort was highlighted by Jrue Holiday, who delivered 29 points on efficient shooting while also contributing five assists and four steals. Scoot Henderson added 21 points with five made three-pointers, while Deni Avdija contributed 19 points and nine assists despite struggling from the field. Donovan Clingan made his presence felt on the glass with 11 rebounds, while Robert Williams III added 11 points and nine rebounds off the bench. Despite several solid individual performances, Portland could not maintain its early lead and was outpaced in the second half.
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San Antonio Carrying Momentum into Game 4
San Antonio enters this matchup with a 62-20 record, including a strong 29-12 mark on the road. The Spurs have been effective in recent games, recently won over Portland 120-108 in Game 3 while also recently won over Portland 111-98 earlier in the series. They did recently lose to Portland 106-103 in Game 2, showing that this matchup has had competitive stretches. Outside of the series, San Antonio recently lost to Denver 128-118 but also recently won over Dallas 139-120.
The Spurs are averaging 119.8 points per game while allowing 104.0 points against per game. They are shooting 48 percent from the field while collecting 47.0 rebounds per game and dishing out 28.1 assists. Defensively, they also contribute 5.5 blocks and 7.5 steals per game, reflecting their ability to impact multiple areas of the floor.
A key strength for San Antonio lies in its scoring efficiency and defensive balance. The difference between their points scored and points allowed stands out, and their ability to maintain production while limiting opponents has been evident. This combination gives them a strong foundation, especially when games shift into second-half execution as seen in the previous playoff win.
Portland Searching for a Response at Home
Portland comes into Game 4 with a 42-40 record and a 24-17 mark at home. The Trail Blazers recently lost to San Antonio 120-108 in Game 3 but did recently win over San Antonio 106-103 in Game 2. They also recently lost to San Antonio 111-98 in Game 1, making this a back-and-forth series despite the current deficit. Outside of the playoffs, Portland recently won over Phoenix 114-110 and recently won over Sacramento 122-110 before this matchup.
The Trail Blazers average 115.5 points per game while allowing 111.3 points against per game. They shoot 45 percent from the field and collect 46.0 rebounds per game while adding 25.1 assists. Defensively, they produce 5.5 blocks and 8.3 steals per game, showing some ability to create turnovers and disrupt opponents.
One key area for Portland is the gap between its offensive production and points allowed. While they score at a solid rate, their defensive numbers sit higher than San Antonio’s, which can make it difficult to keep pace over a full game. At home, they will look to tighten that gap and maintain consistency throughout all four quarters.
San Antonio Spurs vs Portland Trail Blazers Picks and Prediction
Spread Pick
- San Antonio Spurs
San Antonio enters this game with the stronger overall record, a 2-1 series lead, and a recent win over Portland in Game 3. The Spurs also hold advantages in points per game, points allowed, field goal percentage, and assists, which have translated into consistent production. While Portland has shown it can compete, including a recent win in Game 2, the Spurs’ overall balance and ability to control the game in the second half give them the edge. The pick is San Antonio to cover the spread.
Total Pick
- Over
The total is set at 218.5 points, and the lean is toward the over. The previous game between these teams reached 120-108, comfortably clearing this number. Both teams average well over 115 points per game, and their recent results show they are capable of producing high-scoring outcomes. With both offenses contributing and defensive gaps present on each side, this matchup projects to reach a similar scoring range. The over is the preferred play.
Final Score Prediction: San Antonio Spurs 118 – Portland Trail Blazers 110
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