This article was originally published on www.si.com/nba/lakers/onsi as Lakers vs Blazers Expert Predictions Ahead of Monday Rematch. The Los Angeles Lakers will head to the Moda Center to square off against the Portland Trail Blazers for the second time just two weeks into the 2025-26 regular season.

Ayton did not because of the same ailment that kept him from playing in the second half of Friday’s road win against the Memphis Grizzlies.

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They’re a team that will force the Lakers to turn the ball over, catch them off guard with their pace and challenge their defense led by Jerami Grant, Deni Avdija and Jrue Holiday. Expect them to play with even more force and energy on their home floor.

Luka Dončić continued his torrid start to the 2025-26 season Sunday night by dropping a 29-point triple-double against the Heat in a 130–120 win. It was his lowest scoring output of the year through four games, though it was more than enough to help him cement his place in Lakers’ history.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart showed anew why he remains one of the most dependable defenders in the NBA.