Deni Avdija Stars as Trail Blazers Defeat Kings in Preseason Game

The Portland Trail Blazers secured their third consecutive preseason victory, defeating the Sacramento Kings 110-98. The win keeps the Trail Blazers undefeated in their exhibition games.

Deni Avdija was a standout performer for Portland, starting the game and playing 25 minutes. He recorded a double-double with 26 points and nine rebounds, adding four assists. Avdija shot an efficient 69.2% from the field and committed only one turnover.

Other key contributors for the Trail Blazers included Damian Lillard and Jah Morant, who each scored 14 points. Lillard also added four rebounds and three assists, while Morant dished out six assists. Jrue Holiday and Toumani Camara chipped in with 11 points apiece.

Despite a relatively low field goal percentage of 44.8% and allowing 17 offensive rebounds to the Kings, Portland dominated the paint, outscoring Sacramento 54-22 in the key. The Trail Blazers will conclude their preseason schedule against the Golden State Warriors on October 17.

The Sacramento Kings were missing several prominent players, including Zack LaVine, Domantas Sabonis, Malik Monk, and Ben Simmons. Seven of their players scored in double figures, with the player scoring 10 points, Precious Achiuwa 12, Keegan Murray 10, Jonathan Mogbo 15, Daequan Flood 10, Tristan Newton 15, and Emanuel Sharp 12. Emanuel Sharp is the son of Derrick Sharp, who also holds Israeli citizenship.