The Los Angeles Lakers faced the Portland Trail Blazers in a game that held little significance, having already secured the third seed in the Western Conference with a prior victory. Opting to rest their starters, the Lakers allowed younger players to take the spotlight, but their performance was lackluster, resulting in a 109-81 loss. Key issues included a poor shooting percentage of 38.8% and a troubling 21 turnovers. Despite the defeat, some young players showcased their potential.

Among the performers, Dalton Knecht stood out with 27 points and 8 rebounds, while Markieff Morris contributed solidly as a veteran presence. The game served as a tune-up before the upcoming playoff matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves, highlighting both the struggles and promise of the Lakers' roster moving forward.