The game was close throughout. The Blazers shot 9 of 19 from three-point range (47.4) in the first half, but 11 turnovers helped the Kings overcome shooting 35.6% from the field. Portland led just 54-50 at halftime and 79-77 at the end of the third quarter.

The Portland Trail Blazers made it six wins in a row after Thursday’s 108-102 home win over Sacramento, staying a step ahead most of the way on a night where ne

Defense has been the common denominator in Portland’s six-game winning streak, catalyzing the hottest stretch in the NBA.

The Blazers led the NBA with a 104.7 defensive rating over their last 10 games. They rank second in defensive field goal percentage (43.6%), first in defensive three-point field goal percentage (29.3%), sixth in turnovers forced per game (15.3) and sixth in points off turnovers (19.1).