Avdija and Portland Dominate London Lions in Preseason Game
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
The Portland Trail Blazers, featuring Israeli player Denny Avdija, defeated the London Lions 119-66 in a preseason NBA game. Avdija played only the first half, contributing 9 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists. This win follows their earlier victory over the Golden State Warriors. The dominant performance by Portland's second unit indicates strong potential for the upcoming NBA season.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Portland Trail Blazers defeated London Lions 119-66 in a preseason NBA game.
- Israeli player Denny Avdija played only the first half, scoring 9 points.
- The Trail Blazers also recently beat the Golden State Warriors 123-118.
- Avdija recorded 5 rebounds and 4 assists in his limited playing time.
- The game showcased Portland's potential with a strong performance from their second unit.
The Portland Trail Blazers, with Israeli player Denny Avdija, decisively defeated the London Lions 119-66 in a preseason NBA game. This victory follows their earlier win against the Golden State Warriors, 123-118, marking their second preparation game for the upcoming NBA season. Avdija started the game but played only the first half, scoring 9 points, grabbing 5 rebounds, and dishing out 4 assists in 17 minutes. The Trail Blazers established a commanding lead early on, with a barrage of three-pointers contributing to a 48-23 score after just five minutes. By halftime, the score had widened to 74-33, a gap the London Lions, who compete in the European EuroCup, could not overcome. The final score of 119-66, achieved with Portland's second unit, suggests significant potential for the team in the approaching season.
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