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Trail Blazers Defeat Pelicans 122-109 at Smoothie King Center. Portland outscored New Orleans 122-109 at the Smoothie King Center. The Trail Blazers maintained a steady lead through much of the game, holding off multiple comeback attempts by the Pelicans. The attendance was 16,812. (Source: Townsquare Times on Jan 2) ✗ New Orleans Pelicans ✓ Portland Trail Blazers