Wizards topple Blazers for 4th straight win

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Washington Wizards guard Russell Westbrook (4) drives on Portland Trail Blazers forward Robert Covington (23) in the first half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-USA TODAY Sports

Bradley Beal recorded 37 points and seven rebounds to lead Washington past host Portland, 118-111, to extend its season-best winning streak to four games.

Russell Westbrook recorded 27 points, 13 assists and 11 rebounds for his eighth triple-double of the season.

Rui Hachimura had 17 points, seven rebounds and three steals and Robin Lopez contributed 10 points and 11 rebounds for the Wizards.

Damian Lillard scored 29 of his 35 points in the second half and had 12 assists for Portland, which saw its season-high six-game winning streak halted.

Enes Kanter registered 19 points and 13 rebounds, Gary Trent Jr. scored 16, and Robert Covington added 11 points, 11 rebounds and four blocked shots for the Trail Blazers.

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