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Portland Fans Show Love for Damian Lillard in His Return to the Court with the Trail Blazers
Lillard scored 25 points in his first game back as Portland opened the season with a 41-point win behind a 21-0 start.
- On Wednesday, the Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Phoenix Suns 124-83 in their season opener. Damian Lillard returned after nearly 18 months, scoring 25 points and six 3-pointers in his first game in a Portland uniform in more than 3 1/2 years.
- A 21-0 opening run propelled the Trail Blazers to a 43-12 first-quarter lead. Portland's defense held the Suns scoreless for the first six minutes, establishing total control early.
- Deni Avdija and Toumani Camara each scored 18 points, while Ja Morant added 14 points in his debut. The team shot 47.9 percent overall from the field.
- Scoot Henderson provided 15 points off the bench, while Donovan Clingan and Robert Williams combined for 17 rebounds. This performance helped the Trail Blazers secure their third-largest margin of victory in a season opener.
- The Trail Blazers travel to face the Sacramento Kings on Friday. This road test offers the team a chance to build on their opening-night performance.
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NBA: Damian Lillard shines in return to Blazers during rout of Suns
Damian Lillard made six 3-pointers and scored 25 points in his first game in nearly 18 months and the Portland Trail Blazers opened the game with 21 consecutive points en route to a 124-83 dismantling of the visiting Phoenix Suns in the season opener for both teams on Wednesday.
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Damian Lillard shines in return to Blazers during rout of Suns
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Independent EspañolThe return of Lillard drives the Blazers, who debut by crushing the Suns by 124-83. Morant shines with 14 points and 8 assists.Booker leads Phoenix with 23 points, but does not avoid defeat. Portland starts strong after changes in direction and staffing.
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