Trail Blazers Set Franchise Record With Dominant Season Opener

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The Portland Trail Blazers, with Israeli player Deni Avdija, set a franchise record for their best opening quarter in a 126-95 win against the Phoenix Suns on October 22, 2026. They led by 31 points after the first quarter and 39 at halftime, also achieving a 20-0 run, the first in 25 years. Damian Lillard led scorers with 15 points, followed by Toumani Camara (15) and Ja Morant (10), with Avdija adding 9.

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Portland Trail Blazers set a franchise record with a 31-point lead after the first quarter of their season opener.
The Trail Blazers achieved their best opening quarter in franchise history and best start in a decade.
Portland became the first NBA team in 25 years to start a season with a 20-0 run.
Deni Avdija scored 9 points in the first half of the Trail Blazers' dominant 126-95 victory.
Damian Lillard led Portland's scoring with 15 points in the first half.

The Portland Trail Blazers, featuring Israeli player Deni Avdija, kicked off their 2026/27 NBA season with a historic performance against the Phoenix Suns. In the first quarter alone, the Trail Blazers established a franchise record for an opening game, outscoring the Suns by 31 points, with a remarkable 12-43 scoreline for the period. This dominant start continued into the second quarter, as Portland extended their lead to 39-72 by halftime, marking their best opening quarter in franchise history and their best start in a decade. The team also achieved another significant milestone, becoming the first team in 25 years to start a season with a 20-0 run. Damian Lillard led the scoring with 15 points after two quarters, supported by Toumani Camara with 15 points and Ja Morant with 10. Deni Avdija contributed 9 points to the team's exceptional offensive display.

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