Portland Extends Winning Streak With Victory Over Sacramento

Deni Avdija scored 34 points as Portland beat Sacramento 120-107 in NBA Cup action on November 13. The victory opened a six-game road trip for the Trail Blazers and extended their winning streak to three games.

Damian Lillard contributed 29 points as Portland improved to 9-3 overall and 6-1 away from home. The team’s only road loss came against the Los Angeles Lakers in its NBA Cup opener.

Avdija made 11 of 13 shots from the field, including three of five from beyond the arc, and converted all nine of his free throws. Toumani Camara scored 14 points, while Donovan Clingan finished with 13 points and 11 rebounds.

De’Andre Hunter led the Kings with 24 points. Domantas Sabonis added 21 points and 12 rebounds. Sacramento has now lost five straight games and stands at 1-11 overall, including a 0-7 record at home.

Portland is scheduled to play at Minnesota on Monday and Tuesday. Sacramento’s next game is at home against Oklahoma City on Sunday.