It’s no secret Westbrook isn’t exactly a fan of the Blazers. His competitive, trash-talking spirit always seems to manifest itself against Damian Lillard. It’s not exactly an exact science pinpointing the origin of the rivalry, but it’s one that will probably last the ends of time. The rivalry had reared its head on a number of occasions in the evening, but as the game wore on and Portland distanced itself, Westbrook’s energy increased. Four minutes into the fourth quarter, with the Blazers up by 14, Westbrook had Lillard in the post—a commonplace for Westbrook against smaller defenders, but especially for Lillard. Lillard fouled him, yanking Westbrook on the arm. “A foul is a bucket,” Westbrook said shaking his head in a bravado. “He can’t guard me.”