# Blazers Flood Moda Center, Drown Suns in Season Opener

> Portland Trail Blazers dominate Phoenix Suns 124-83 in season opener with 19 3-pointers.
- Title: Blazers Flood Moda Center, Drown Suns in Season Opener
- Summary: Portland Trail Blazers dominate Phoenix Suns 124-83 in season opener with 19 3-pointers. Portland Trail Blazers defeat Phoenix Suns 124-83 in season opener…
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- Source: Portland Trail Blazers On SI — https://si.com/nba/trailblazers/onsi/blazers-flood-the-moda-center-drown-suns-in-season-opener
- Published: 2026-10-22T04:31:38+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: portland trail blazers, phoenix suns, moda center, damian lillard, season opener, nba, 3-pointers, 124-83, sports
## Blazers Open Strong
Portland Trail Blazers start with an 11-0 run to lead 43-12 after six minutes.
## First Quarter Dominance
Blazers lead 72-39 at halftime with a 33-point advantage, their largest ever in a season opener.
## Lillard's Performance
Damian Lillard scores 25 points, hits 19 three-pointers on 40.4 percent shooting.
## Team Contributions
Deni Avdija adds 18 points, 10 rebounds, and four assists while Ja Morant debuts with 14 points.
## Rebounding Strength
Donovan Clingan and Robert Williams combine for 17 rebounds, Scoot Henderson scores 15 points.
## Lillard's Fan Connection
Lillard's crowd reaction before the game was so intense fans couldn't hear him speak.
## Lillard's Fan Bond
Lillard says fans' pre-game reception was joyful and he has a strong connection with Portland supporters.
## Coach Nori's Emotional Moment
Coach Nori felt emotional seeing fans' reaction to Lillard and asked if the ovation was for him or Lillard.
## Nori's Family Presence
Nori's parents traveled from Middletown, Ohio to attend the game, a full-circle moment for him.
## Nori's First Win
Nori's first career win with the Trail Blazers exceeded expectations for the team and staff.
## Lillard's Unique Connection
Lillard has a rare connection with Portland fans and was drafted by the city, like Stephen Curry.
## Key takeaway

Portland Trail Blazers defeat Phoenix Suns 124-83 in season opener with Damian Lillard scoring 25 points and 19 three-pointers.