Spurs Aim to Extend Series Lead Against Trail Blazers in Crucial Game 4 Showdown

The Portland Trail Blazers, seeded seventh, are set to face the second-seeded San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of their Western Conference first-round playoff series on Sunday. After regaining momentum with a 120-108 victory in Game 3, the Spurs lead the series 2-1. With a strong record of 30-12 on the road this season, the Spurs look to solidify their advantage. Game Details: Date: April 26, 2026 Time: 3:30 p.m. ET Location: Moda Center, Portland, Ore. Team Records: Spurs: 62-20 (Southwest Division champions) Blazers: 42-40 (Fourth in Northwest Division) Player Status: Victor Wembanyama (concussion) is listed as questionable for the Spurs. The Spurs are favored by 5.5 points, according to FanDuel Sportsbook, with an over/under set at 218.5 total points. Historically, the Spurs lead the all-time postseason series 16-7 and have triumphed in three of the last four playoff encounters. The SportsLine Projection Model, which has demonstrated consistent success with its NBA picks, has simulated the matchup 10,000 times and favors the Over on total points (218.5). The model highlights that the Over has been successful in three of the last five games for both teams and projects a combined scoring total of 219 points. Key Predictions: Spurs: Five players expected to score 11.3 points or more. Blazers: Deni Avdija projected to lead with 24.5 points; seven players forecast to score 10.2 points or more. For bettors, the model indicates a strong potential for the Over, making it an appealing option for parlay betting. To see further insights and picks, visit SportsLine for detailed predictions.
Source: CBS Sports - 2026-04-26