Avdija's Double-Double Leads Trail Blazers to Season-Opening Victory
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Israeli star Deni Avdija recorded a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a decisive 124-83 victory over the Phoenix Suns. The NBA season opener also saw strong performances from guards Jah Morant and Damian Lillard. The Trail Blazers are beginning their season without injured player Shaedon Sharpe, who is expected to miss six months.
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- Deni Avdija posted a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds in the Trail Blazers' season opener.
- The Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Phoenix Suns convincingly with a score of 124-83.
- Guards Jah Morant and Damian Lillard combined for 39 points in the victory.
- The Trail Blazers are playing without Shaedon Sharpe, sidelined for six months with a knee injury.
- The NBA season began with a game between the Thunder and the Spurs.
The NBA regular season tipped off with a marquee matchup between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Oklahoma City Thunder and Victor Wembanyama's San Antonio Spurs. The following night, the Portland Trail Blazers, led by Israeli star Deni Avdija, made their season debut against the Phoenix Suns. Avdija, who is entering the season as an All-Star for the first time, recorded his first double-double of the 2026-2027 season with 18 points and 10 rebounds in just 23 minutes. The Trail Blazers secured a dominant 124-83 win at home.
The backcourt duo of Jah Morant and Damian Lillard also contributed significantly, combining for 39 points, with Lillard scoring 25 and Morant adding 14. This performance was particularly notable given concerns about Lillard's return from a long-term injury sustained last season. The team is also navigating the absence of Shaedon Sharpe, a key player from the previous season, who is expected to be out for approximately six months due to a knee injury. Despite this, Portland's strong opening performance offers a promising start to their campaign.
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