ORLANDO, Fla. — Damian Lillard felt fresh after the All-Star break.
Aside from going to the Trail Blazers facility for treatment each morning, Lillard spent the majority of his time at home watching television, relaxing and consuming water. If his first game back from break was any indication, it was exactly what he needed.
Lillard scored 17 of his 33 points in the fourth quarter to rally struggling Portland to a 112-103 victory over the Orlando Magic on Thursday night.
"I truly believe that break played a part in me being able to come out fresh," said Lillard, who fought through picking up three fouls in the first half.