Warriors-Trail Blazers Preview

The suddenly reeling Portland Trail Blazers aren't in danger of losing their lead in the Northwest Division, but the status of their top player has become a concern coming off a forgettable road swing. With LaMarcus Aldridge expected to be out, the Blazers will try to avoid their longest losing streak in 23 months on Tuesday night when they host the league-best Golden State Warriors, who are a win away from clinching their first division title in 39 years. Things got only worse for the Blazers in a 97-86 defeat at Memphis on Saturday when Aldridge sprained his left index finger. With a five-game advantage in the division and on fourth place in the Western Conference, Portland - which is 3-4 without Aldridge this season - isn't expected to rush the four-time All-Star back into the lineup.