Ja Morant and Damian Lillard score in Trail Blazers' preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 4:41 AM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026
In their first preseason game against the Golden State Warriors, Portland Trail Blazers guards Ja Morant and Damian Lillard provided an early glimpse of their potential as a dynamic duo. Lillard converted a three-pointer after receiving a pass from Morant, while Morant scored his first bucket in the paint. Lillard returned to the court after missing the previous season due to an Achilles injury. In the game, Lillard tallied 15 points with Morant contributing 8 points. The Trail Blazers’ starting lineup remains uncertain as they evaluate the combination of Morant and Lillard alongside Jrue Holiday and Scoot Henderson.
- •Morant scored 8 points, Lillard added 15 points in the game.
- •Lillard converted a three-pointer off a Morant pass.
- •Both players showcased scoring capabilities in the first quarter.
- •Lillard returns after missing the entire 2025-26 season.
- •The Blazers assess lineup options with Morant, Lillard, and Holiday.
- 4:41 AMYahoo Sports — Blazers’ Ja Morant, Damian Lillard show 1-2 punch potential with 1st preseason buckets
"The Portland Trail Blazers seem to have found the best duo that could help dominate the season. During their preseason game against the Golden State Warriors, Ja Morant and Damian Lillard were given a glimpse of what is there to expect from the explosive point guards. In a video shared on social media, Lillard was seen shooting a clean jumper from […] The post Blazers’ Ja Morant, Damian Lillard show 1-2 punch potential with 1st preseason buckets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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