Carmelo Anthony injury update: Why wasn't the Trail Blazers star in Los Angeles?

Portland Trail Blazers travelled to Los Angeles without Carmelo Anthony. Portland bagged a win over defending NBA Champions despite Melo's absence, extending ir winning streak to two. As of w, exact cause of Anthony t accompanying team was t anunced. 

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Carmelo Anthony health

Carmelo Anthony injury update

After Anthony played 20 minutes during team's 128-126 OT win over Rockets, team anunced that veteran will t be traveling to LA, and will miss ir game against Lakers. As per reports, Anthony did t join team because of "health and safety" protocols. 

He scored 5 points during team's victory against Rockets. This season, he is averaging 10 points, having played 22.5 minutes per game. 

Nassir Little is also yet to play with team, however, reason for his absence has been provided. 

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Portland Trail Blazers vs Los Angeles Lakers highlights

Gary Trent Jr filled in for Carmelo Anthony, who did t travel to LA. Lakers h a 15-0 run second half, which followed a massive start. Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum mand to keep Portland's le, going on a 12-6 run. Lakers only scored 23 points off bench, as compared to Trail Blazers' 45. Lakers were also missing Alex Caruso (health protocols), who provides James and Davis with needed backup. 

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Lillard scored team-high points, Gary Trent Jr matched his career-high, scoring 28 points during Portland's second straight victory – this one against defending NBA Champions. Lillard h 31 points, 21 of which he scored in massive second half. CJ McCallum ded 20 points.

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Portland Trail Blazers NBA schedule

Trail Blazers will face LA Clippers on Wednesday, 10:00 PM EST (Thursday, December 31, 8:30 AM IST) next at Staples Center in Los Angeles. 

(Im credits: AP)