Deni Avdija Scores 26 in Portland's Preseason Victory Over Sacramento
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Israeli player Deni Avdija scored 26 points to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a 110-98 preseason victory over the Sacramento Kings. Avdija also recorded 9 rebounds and 4 assists in the game. The Trail Blazers built a significant lead throughout the match, ending the first half up 66-39. Portland's final preseason game is Saturday against the Golden State Warriors, before beginning their regular season against the Phoenix Suns.
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- Deni Avdija scored 26 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 assists in Portland's 110-98 preseason win.
- Portland led Sacramento by as much as 35 points during the game.
- Avdija scored 10 points in the first quarter and 13 in the third.
- Damian Lillard and Ja Morant each scored 14 points for Portland.
- Tristan Newton and Jonathan Mogbo led Sacramento with 15 points each.
- Portland's final preseason game is Saturday against the Golden State Warriors.
- The NBA regular season begins for Portland against the Phoenix Suns.
Israeli player Deni Avdija showcased a strong performance, scoring 26 points to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a decisive 110-98 preseason win against the Sacramento Kings. The game saw Portland build a commanding 35-point lead in the third quarter.
Avdija's stat line included 26 points on 9-of-13 shooting from the field, 2-of-6 from three-point range, and a perfect 6-of-6 from the free-throw line. He also contributed 9 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 blocks in just 25 minutes of play, with a plus-minus of +22.
For the Kings, Emmanuel Sharpe scored 12 points, adding 3 rebounds and 3 assists. The game began with Avdija scoring the first four points for Portland and later assisting a three-pointer by Scoot Henderson. He ended the first quarter with 10 points, helping Portland to a 33-22 lead.
In the second quarter, Avdija hit another three-pointer and reached 13 points. He also contributed defensively with two blocks in the first half, alongside seven rebounds and three assists, as Portland extended their lead to 66-39 by halftime.
Avdija exploded in the third quarter, adding 13 points to reach his total of 26 by the end of the period. He repeatedly attacked the paint, drawing fouls and completing two and-one plays. He also recorded an assist for an alley-oop to Robert Williams and scored another basket after a pass from Ja Morant. Portland finished the third quarter leading 93-66, and Avdija rested for the final quarter.
Other notable scorers for Portland included Damian Lillard and Ja Morant with 14 points each. For Sacramento, Tristan Newton and Jonathan Mogbo led their team with 15 points apiece, with Mogbo also grabbing 10 rebounds. Precious Achiuwa added 12 points and 11 rebounds.
Portland's final preseason game is scheduled for Saturday against the Golden State Warriors. The regular season will commence the following Thursday, with the Trail Blazers hosting the Phoenix Suns.
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