Zion Williamson peaking in lineup as Pelicans host Trail Blazers
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The Portland Trail Blazers begin their 2026 schedule on Friday when they continue a three-game road trip against the slumping New Orleans Pelicans.
New Orleans put together a season-best five-game winning streak from Dec. 11-22 - a run that began with the Pelicans' 143-120 rout of Portland - but the team has since taken five straight losses.
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