Roy scores 27 in Blazers’ 111-94 win over Lakers

By ANNE M. PETERSON, AP Sports Writer Mar 10, 2:00 am EDT

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PORTLAND, Ore. (AP)—The Trail Blazers’ glee over trouncing the Los Angeles Lakers was tempered by their concern for teammate Rudy Fernandez.

Fernandez was injured when he was fouled hard late in the third quarter of Portland’s 111-94 victory Monday night. He was taken from the court strapped to a stretcher, his neck in a brace.

“Just the way it played out—it’s hard to watch your teammate over there laying down and they’re bringing out stretchers. That was a tough moment for all of us,” said Brandon Roy, who led the Blazers with 27 points.

Fernandez was conscious and alert when he left the court, and he had full movement of his extremities, the team said. But he was experiencing chest pain and was taken to a hospital overnight. X-rays were negative.

Trevor Ariza, who fouled Fernandez, said he hoped the rookie from Spain wasn’t seriously hurt.

“It wasn’t anything I was trying to do,” Ariza said. “I wasn’t trying to hurt him. I was just trying to make a play on the ball.”

Travis Outlaw had 22 points for the Blazers, who have won 12 straight at the Rose Garden. Joel Przybilla added 12 points and 18 rebounds, while LaMarcus Aldridge had 16 points and 13 rebounds.

Kobe Bryant had 26 points, while Pau Gasol had 18 for the Lakers, who haven’t won at the Rose Garden in their last seven tries, with their last victory on Feb. 23, 2005.

It was the Lakers’ third straight road loss, although they have one of the league’s best overall road records at 21-9.

After the game, Bryant left without speaking to reporters.

“We have to respect our opponent and play them like they’re Boston or Cleveland,” Lakers forward Lamar Odom said. “They play us like we’re a tough team, or one of the best teams in the league, so why not play against every team like that? It would be smart for us to do.”

The Blazers are among the NBA’s best home teams with a 27-5 record, and their latest winning streak at home dates to a 104-98 loss to Cleveland on Jan. 21.

The rivalry between the Lakers and the Blazers had cooled in recent years, in part because Portland has not been a playoff contender. But it seems to be heating back up with the demise of the so-called “Jail Blazers” and the potential of the NBA’s second-youngest team.

Fans at the Rose Garden chanted “Beat L.A!” and booed nearly every time Bryant took a shot.

“It was a great win,” Portland coach Nate McMillan said. “We beat the best team in the league. And at this time of the season, with so many teams jockeying for the playoffs, beating the Lakers makes it even a bigger win.”

Portland jumped out to a 19-12 lead on rookie Nicolas Batum’s third dunk, as the Blazers found early success in the paint. The Blazers took off on a 10-2 run midway through the first half that put them up 31-16 after Outlaw’s 3-pointer.

Portland extended the lead to 51-32 on Aldridge’s dunk on a hand-off from Roy. Outlaw’s 17-foot jumper made it 60-36 and the Blazers wrapped up the half with a 61-38 lead.

Outlaw finished the half with 17 points, while Bryant had 12 for the Lakers on 6-of-15 shooting.

Fernandez hit a 3-pointer that gave Portland a 81-51 lead in the final minutes of the third quarter. Shortly thereafter, he was driving to the basket on a fast-break when he was fouled by Ariza.

Fernandez fell hard under the basket, on both his elbow and his hip. He remained prone on the court for more than 10 tense minutes before being taken from the court on a stretcher.

Fernandez, who also had a CT scan, was expected to be kept at a hospital overnight for observation. Initial reports said he suffered a soft-tissue injury to the upper chest and side.

A skirmish broke out among the two teams and Ariza was ejected. The Blazers were assessed a pair of technical fouls. In the confusion there were some who said that Odom left the bench, although he denied it.

“I stood up, but I stood right there—I didn’t go nowhere,” he said.

Roy balked at Ariza’s reaction to the foul.

“I tried to be cool-headed about it,” Roy said. “I was just going to go over there, but then he started bucking (over the foul) like, ‘What?’ I was just upset because my guy is laying there on the ground and he’s talking trash still. I was pretty upset about it.”

The Blazers went flat after Fernandez went out, and the Lakers closed the gap to 89-73 midway through the fourth quarter.

But the Portland wouldn’t let Los Angeles get any closer. Roy sealed it with a statement dunk with 2:58 left that made it 106-79. Afterward, he chest-bumped his teammates.

The Blazers remained without Greg Oden, who hasn’t played since the All-Star break because of a bone chip in his knee. The 7-foot center is expected to be reevaluated this week.

Notes

The Lakers also beat the Blazers in the season opener for both teams, 96-76. … The Lakers’ 38 points in the first half were a season low. … The Blazers normally play a snippet of “I Love L.A.” whenever LaMarcus Aldridge scores, but replaced it Monday night for obvious reasons. … The Lakers play nine of their next 12 away from home. … Roy didn’t play because of a sore hamstring when the two teams last met—a 100-86 Lakers’ victory in Los Angeles on Jan. 4.

Updated Mar 10, 2:00 am EDT
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  1. <i>lakersr1forever</i>
    116. Posted by lakersr1forever Tue Mar 10 8:51pm EDT

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    sfredrich,
    WOW the big High Light for the Blazers fans is the winning a game? I think your coach said it best "winning the Lakers is huge" Blazer fans GET A LIFE!

    Kobe Bryant Three consecutive NBA CHAMPIONSHIPS in 2000, 2001, and 2002.
    Kobe Bryant 2008 National Basketball Association Most Valuable Player
    Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal share the 2009 NBA All Star Game MVP.
    Kobe Bryant leads U.S. over Spain for the gold...
    Kobe Bryant 3 All-Star Game MVP trophy.
    Kobe Bryant 10 time NBA All-Star

    January 2009, Bryant became the first player since 1964 to score 45 points or more in four consecutive games, joining Chamberlain and Baylor as the only players ever to do so

    During the 2006-07 season, Bryant's jersey became the top selling NBA jersey in the United States and China.

    Bryant finished the year with ten 50-plus point games becoming the only player other than Chamberlain in 1961-62 and 1962-63 to do it in one season.

    I could go on and on and on. Can you give me some stats on any current Portland Blazer player that can touch my Kobe or even come close? Enough said and yes LA is hated but never duplicated! Time to Move on now your team is boring. Here in Hollywood this drama is so old news and the blazers so not important. So what one of rookies got hurt! Get over it we did. Brandon Roy, WHO????
    Oh one more thing, Dude you hate the Lakers! Their players (and fans) you have major issues! I think you need some meds and Dr. Phil. You’re a bit off to let us consume your life like that. Poor dude get a life.
  2. <i>lakersr1forever</i>
    115. Posted by lakersr1forever Tue Mar 10 8:20pm EDT

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    sfredrich, YES CAP LOCKS. SO WHAT? IT DID WHAT IT WAS INTENDED TO DO. YOU GOT MY POINT DIDN’T YOU HATER?
    And by the way no I’m a lady. You are a douchebag & a BOOB just like the douchebag white trash nasty dirty chick you are defending. Rapist, no I don't think so! Are all you Portland Fans that dumb? Get your facts right. That WHITE NASTY TRASH had like 4 different guys Seamen on her nasty butt @ the same time. She didn't even shower before Kobe & after Kobe, what girl is thinking of sex after a rape. wow, you sure make a good argument. I'm really impressed. And by the way you misspelled argument! Hahaha I think you need to learn how to spell first! Dumb butt.
  3. Brenda
    114. Posted by Brenda Tue Mar 10 7:02pm EDT

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    First of all we all know that the Lakers are a good team, whether you are a Laker fan or not. That play from Trevor was uncalled for and I think he got what he deserved. It was not intentional, as for Lamar I agree that he should get suspended for stepping out of the bench. I love the Lakers and I hope that Rudy gets better.
  4. <i>sfredrich</i>
    113. Posted by sfredrich Tue Mar 10 4:27pm EDT

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    Oh yeah, lakers1forever, you are a douchebag. You should go back to school and learn to spell and punctuate. Nice CAPS LOCK, wow, you sure make a good arguement. I'm really impressed.
  5. Mrchessy
    112. Posted by Mrchessy Tue Mar 10 4:22pm EDT

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    That was stupid of Ariza for fouling that mexican. He should have gone after the bigger fishes like Roy or Aldridge. Take those mofo's out of the game early and the Lakers would have won the game. Also, it was all ball and no foul should have been called.Hahaha!!!!
  6. <i>sfredrich</i>
    111. Posted by sfredrich Tue Mar 10 4:19pm EDT

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    Well, that was a very nice post lakers1forever! You are a perfect example of why I hate the Lakers! Their players (and fans) are so pig-headed, they can't admit when they are wrong. The Lakers take cheap shots at other players all the time, then puff up and try and act tough. I wonder how you would react if we sent Kobe to the floor from 8 feet in the air? Personally, I am much more inspired by a team of young and talented players on it's way to greatness then I am by a collection of cheap-shot artists and a rapist! I don't care how many games you win this year, or how far you go in the playoffs. You are a team of one player (rapist). The only time your team could put a run together last night was after hurting a Blazer. I think that speaks volumes.
  7. <i>pboyarsky</i>
    110. Posted by pboyarsky Tue Mar 10 4:18pm EDT

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    I was unable to see the game, but I did see the highlights and the ruthless foul by Ariza. I am shocked by anyone who says that is "just playing hard." He did not even make a play at the ball. Besides the foul the Blazers are the team of the future. Roy is one of the top guards in the NBA and has a right hand man in Aldridge. Also some good role players in Oden (when he is healthy), Blake and Outlaw. The team also has a great coach in McMilen, one of the best GM's in the NBA, and with Paul Allen's money this team can only go up. Hate them as much as you want, but it is improbable to think this team is not going to be an elite team in the near future. If Portland can also ride to the 4th spot in the West they are very like to make the second round. Besides Cleveland I can't think of a team off the top of my head with a better home record. While I say all of this, the best thing about the Trail Blazers are the fans. There is only one pro sports team in the great state of Oregon (by the way I live in California) so the fans are loyal that is more then I can say about most Laker fans.
  8. MoMo
    109. Posted by MoMo Tue Mar 10 4:06pm EDT

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    Will is a retard. The Lakers should all be suspended, especiallythe womanizing Kobe!
  9. The Captain
    108. Posted by The Captain Tue Mar 10 4:05pm EDT

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    Attn: WillHeely
    Maybe you could possibly offend a few other sectors of society. Great opening line "retarded people". All of your refrences show your vast knowledge on all subjects. I'm suprised you teacher let you out of class long enough to go to the library and post you Moronic opinion.. A foul is a foul and that one allthough probably not intetional was caused by effort and possibly a little frustration. I believe the ref's got it right and hope Rudy is well and can play again soon at the same level we are used too. I'm not a laker or blazer fan. Unless you have been one of the personalities that you have portrayed in your post?? You probably shouldn't mention them...

    Back to class you have none.

    Tony
  10. The Captain
    107. Posted by The Captain Tue Mar 10 4:02pm EDT

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    Attn: WillHeely
    Maybe you could possibly offend a few other sectors of society. Great opening line "retarded people". All of your refrences show your vast knowledge on all subjects. I'm suprised you teacher let you out of class long enough to go to the library and post you Moronic opinion.. A foul is a foul and that one allthough probably not intetional was caused by effort and possibly a little frustration. I believe the ref's got it right and hope Rudy is well and can play again soon at the same level we are used too. I'm not a laker or blazer fan. Unless you have been one of the personalities that you have portrayed in your post?? You probably shouldn't mention them...

    Back to class you have none.

    Tony
  11. Eli
    106. Posted by Eli Tue Mar 10 3:56pm EDT

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    It was a clean foul bottom line, there was no intent to hurt. It was a flagrant 2, and trevor should never have been ejected. Bad job by the officals.
  12. Douglas M
    105. Posted by Douglas M Tue Mar 10 3:55pm EDT

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    Wah!! Wah!!
  13. <i>lakersr1forever</i>
    104. Posted by lakersr1forever Tue Mar 10 3:53pm EDT

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    All you haters can say what you want but who is the #1 team in the nba that’s right lakers!!! i never hear crap about portland no one cares about you only portland fans! teams don’t sell their arenas when portland comes to town.
    had fernandez not tried to flop to get the foul maybe his dumb but would not have gotton hurt? he needs to work on his landing and not his flopping!
    everyone knows arizza did not intened to hurt whimpy fernandez, that’s arizza he plays hard and is agrisive with his d he is not a bully how stupied all you dumb hicks sound. portland will not in this life time make it to the finals... hahahah but we the lakers hahahahahaha will. get better fernandez we need you to play in april so we could knock your but to the ground again. love us or hate us we are the team to envy and by reading all the haters comments makes me laugh. so keep hating because the lakers will always come out on top unlike portland!
  14. <i>lakersr1forever</i>
    103. Posted by lakersr1forever Tue Mar 10 3:47pm EDT

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    All you haters can say what you want but who is the #1 team in the nba that’s right lakers!!! i never hear crap about portland no one cares about you only portland fans! teams don’t sell their arenas when portland comes to town.
    had fernandez not tried to flop to get the foul maybe his dumb but would not have gotton hurt? he needs to work on his landing and not his flopping!
    everyone knows arizza did not intened to hurt whimpy fernandez, that’s arizza he plays hard and is agrisive with his d he is not a bully how stupied all you dumb hicks sound. portland will not in this life time make it to the finals... hahaha but we the lakers hahahahahaha will. get better fernandez we need you to play in april so we could knock your but to the ground again. love us or hate us we are the team to envy and by reading all you haters comments you make me laugh. so keep hating because the lakers will always come out on top unlike portland!
  15. chad m
    102. Posted by chad m Tue Mar 10 3:36pm EDT

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    he should definately be suspended If they are going to suspend amare in the playoffs and cost the suns the series for literally the same thing he should also be out
  16. <i>juanmcorrales</i>
    101. Posted by juanmcorrales Tue Mar 10 3:35pm EDT

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    Give trevor a break!!!!! the guy had a shot at blocking the basket, so what? he got a piece of fernandez. freak accidents happen all the time if rudy was an experienced player he would know how to jump when he is about to be challenged on a shot. and all you laker haters are just mad cuz no matter how much you hate the lakers!!! they are a good team and they will go further in the playoffs then all these other mediocre teams. so all you haters!!!! quit you hating cuz its only gonna piss you off even more when you keep seeing the great success that the lakers will find the rest of the season.
  17. <i>willheely</i>
    100. Posted by willheely Tue Mar 10 3:33pm EDT

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    outfromunderit,

    Now that was funny reading. You are bagging on the Lakers because you won at home last night? When was the last time your team won a championship? When was the last time they were in the playoffs? Remember the Jail Blazers?

    All that and you have the nuts to talk trash?
  18. RandyH
    99. Posted by RandyH Tue Mar 10 2:59pm EDT

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    go lakers
  19. tigard girl
    98. Posted by tigard girl Tue Mar 10 2:58pm EDT

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    Regardless if he "meant" to hurt someone. He DID!! That play was dangerous and he knew better than to do something that careless. The truth was that he was pissed off that they were getting their butts kicked by the Blazers and he acted immature and careless. He deserves to be punished for those actions... and if he was so remorseful then why did he start picking a fight with Roy. I was courtside at the game and had a perfect view of it all. Challenging the other teammates, saying "What are you gonna do now?!" is ridiculous and that isn't remorse in my book. GO RUDY! PDX loves you!!
  20. ryan d
    97. Posted by ryan d Tue Mar 10 2:49pm EDT

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    Man I have been trying to read these comments but I can't even make out what some of you idiots are trying to convey. LEARN HOW TO SPEAK PROPER ENGLISH BEFORE POSTING ILLEGIBLE @#$% ON HERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
  21. Adam B
    96. Posted by Adam B Tue Mar 10 2:43pm EDT

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    He did get most ball but the fact is he took half of Rudy's head with it too.
  22. nob
    95. Posted by nob Tue Mar 10 2:36pm EDT

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    When it's the last few seconds of the quarter and you're down by over 20 points, there's no reason to smack someone that hard. It's not like it was the end of the fourth and the game depended on this one shot. Very unnecessary foul. Portland loves you Rudy, get better soon so you can wipe the floor with the Lakers again in April.
  23. <i>willheely</i>
    94. Posted by willheely Tue Mar 10 2:29pm EDT

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    It's amazing how many retarded people feel the need to open their stupid mouth's and spew garbage. Learn how to talk and do so without being a total idiot. I can't believe the moron that said the whole Lakers team should be suspended for the season. That's either a jackass that should be shot in the head or someone that knows their team is going to get destroyed by the Lakers in the playoffs.

    Fools!!
  24. andrew
    93. Posted by andrew Tue Mar 10 2:26pm EDT

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    It's Joel Przybilla.
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