Avdija Scores 26 in Portland's Preseason Win Over Kings
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
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 dominant performance. He is entering his seventh NBA season and will officially start the regular season on October 26 against the Phoenix Suns.
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- Deni Avdija scored 26 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 assists in a preseason win.
- Portland Trail Blazers defeated Sacramento Kings 110-98 in a dominant preseason game.
- Avdija led Portland to a 35-point lead in the third quarter.
- Damian Lillard and Ja Morant each scored 14 points for Portland.
- Tristan Newton and Jonathan Mogbo led Sacramento with 15 points each.
- Portland's regular season begins October 26 against the Phoenix Suns.
Israeli player Deni Avdija led the Portland Trail Blazers to a 110-98 preseason victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday, scoring 26 points. Avdija, entering his seventh NBA season, showcased his readiness by also contributing 9 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 blocks in 25 minutes of play. The Trail Blazers dominated the game, at one point holding a 35-point lead in the third quarter.
Avdija started strong, scoring the team's first four points and adding a three-pointer assisted by Damian Lillard. He finished the first quarter with 10 points, helping Portland to a 33-22 lead. He continued his impactful play in the second quarter, adding another three-pointer and contributing defensively with two blocks by halftime. Portland extended its lead significantly, heading into halftime with a commanding 66-39 advantage.
The third quarter was Avdija's most productive, as he poured in 13 points to reach his game total of 26. He repeatedly attacked the paint, drawing fouls and completing two and-one plays. He also contributed an alley-oop assist to Robert Williams and scored another basket after receiving a pass from Ja Morant. By the end of the third quarter, with Portland leading 93-66, Avdija had achieved his impressive stat line, and he rested for the final quarter.
Other notable performances for Portland included 14 points each from Damian Lillard and Ja Morant, with Morant adding 6 assists. Toumani Camara and Jrue Holiday each scored 11 points. For the Kings, Tristan Newton and Jonathan Mogbo led the scoring with 15 points apiece, with Mogbo also grabbing 10 rebounds. Precious Achiuwa added 12 points and 11 rebounds for Sacramento.
The Trail Blazers will play their final preseason game against the Golden State Warriors on Saturday. Avdija and Portland will officially begin their seventh NBA regular season on Thursday, October 26, hosting the Phoenix Suns.
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