Sabonis Triple-Double Not Enough as Blazers Top Kings
The Portland Trail Blazers maintained their perfect start to the season, outlasting the Sacramento Kings 128-120 to move to 2-0. Despite a colossal triple-double from Domantas Sabonis (27 points, 19 rebounds, 10 assists) and 33 points from Darius Acuff Jr., Sacramento couldn't hold off Portland's surge. The Kings led by five at halftime (64-59), but a critical 26-44 third quarter saw the Blazers seize a commanding 13-point lead (90-103) entering the final frame. Portland's 45-42 rebounding advantage and 44 points from their bench proved decisive. Deni Avdija spearheaded the Blazers' attack with 26 points, while Toumani Camara added 19. The Kings, now 0-2, watch the Trail Blazers establish sole possession of first place in the Western Conference.