Mikki Moore got the second half started with a missed jumper from 15 feet and the Trail Blazers turned it into an Aldridge 'And 1.'

LaMarcus missed the free-throw, but he gave the Trail Blazers a 1 point lead, 44 - 43.

Coach McMillan has to be pleased with a couple of things from the first half...

First of all, the Trail Blazers have done an excellent job of breaking the full court press every time Reggie Theus implements it. This defense really hurt the Trail Blazers during their recent road trip, but tonight, it's turned into a couple easy baskets for Portland.

Just a second ago, Portland beat the Kings down the floor and Aldridge turned the possession into a one-handed thunder dunk.

Secondly, Portland has done a nice job on the defensive glass. With 8:49 left in the second half, the Trail Blazers have out-rebounded the Kings 24 - 22 and they had yet to give up an offensive rebound.

Unfortunately, Portland has not capitalized from the free-throw line. They're shooting an even 50% (7 - 14) but this is well below their season average.

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