Portland Trail Blazers Dominate Phoenix Suns in Season Opener
Translated & summarized from Walla by baba
The Portland Trail Blazers opened their 2026-27 NBA season with a dominant 124-83 win over the Phoenix Suns. Israeli player Deni Avdija achieved a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds. Damian Lillard led the team with 25 points, including six three-pointers, and new acquisition Ja Morant added 14 points. The victory showcased a strong team performance to start the season.
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- Portland Trail Blazers defeated Phoenix Suns 124-83 in their season opener.
- Israeli player Deni Avdija recorded a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds.
- Damian Lillard led the Blazers with 25 points, including six three-pointers.
- New acquisition Ja Morant contributed 14 points to the winning effort.
The Portland Trail Blazers commenced their 2026-27 NBA season with a resounding victory, defeating the Phoenix Suns 124-83. Israeli player Deni Avdija contributed significantly to the dominant performance, recording a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds. However, the spotlight was also on the returning Damian Lillard, who led the team with 25 points, including six three-pointers. New acquisition Ja Morant also made an impact, adding 14 points to the Blazers' score.
The team's strong start signals a promising season ahead, with Avdija's all-around contribution and Lillard's sharp shooting being key factors in the decisive win.
