Portland Trail Blazers Edge Golden State Warriors 123–118 in 2026 Preseason Clash
In a close 2026–27 NBA preseason game on October 7, the Portland Trail Blazers secured a 123–118 victory over the Golden State Warriors, highlighted by Deni Avdija’s efficient scoring.
Archive recap · Listed by game date. First published Oct 17, 2026.
The Portland Trail Blazers won a tightly contested preseason game against the Golden State Warriors with a final score of 123–118 on October 7, 2026. Leading the scoring for Portland, Deni Avdija contributed 23 points on 9-of-13 shooting, including 3-of-6 from beyond the arc, while playing 21 minutes. His balanced performance included 2 rebounds and 2 assists, supporting the Blazers’ offense efficiently.
Damian Lillard added 15 points with 3 three-pointers, but Portland’s overall scoring was well distributed. On the opposing side, Miles Kelly led the Warriors with 24 points, hitting 6 three-pointers out of 11 attempts, along with 7 rebounds and 6 assists in 28 minutes. Dalen Terry also had a significant impact, posting 23 points, 8 rebounds, and 9 assists over 42 minutes, alongside 4 steals.
A notable contrast between the teams lies in ball movement and playing time: Terry’s 42 minutes and 9 assists reflect heavy involvement for Golden State, whereas Portland’s top performers played fewer minutes and had fewer assists, suggesting different usage patterns. This disparity in distribution and minutes played may be a key point for both teams as they progress through the preseason.
- Game scores and player statistics supplied by BALLDONTLIE.
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