PREVIEW: The New York Knicks visit Portland to face the Trail Blazers on Sunday , marking a pivotal matchup between two teams heading in opposite directions. New York has dropped three consecutive road contests, while Portland has won seven of their last eight games including a five-game winning streak. The Knicks boast elite three-point shooting ranked third in the league and stellar free-throw accuracy at 80.5 percent , giving them reliable scoring weapons when games tighten up. However, the Knicks are struggling overall with five losses in their last six outings and a below .500 record on the road. Portland ranks second in offensive rebounding efficiency at 31.1 percent, providing extra possessions to extend their dominant stretch , though they struggle with inefficient rim attacks ranked 28th and poor three-point shooting at 30th. The Trail Blazers have posted an impressive 12-7 record against the spread at home and 17-8 as underdogs this season , suggesting they thrive in tight contests and pressure situations. Portland sits 10-9 at home with five consecutive victories fueling their recent momentum . This matchup features a confident home team riding high against a visiting squad desperately seeking stability on the road.