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Trail Blazers Down Phoenix 121-119 - Match Report
Phoenix was victimized for 25 points and 20 rebounds by Deandre Ayton as the Trail Blazers defeated the Suns 121-119 in NBA action on Monday.
Bettors who backed the Trail Blazers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +5.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 229.0.
Portland got 24 points from Deni Avdija and another 17 points from Toumani Camara. Anfernee Simons contributed 10 assists, while Deandre Ayton cleaned the glass with 20 rebounds.
Phoenix got 34 points from Devin Booker in a losing cause and another 27 points from Kevin Durant. Royce O'Neale contributed 5 assists for the Suns, while Mason Plumlee had 12 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Phoenix were victorious, as the score was 55-49 at the break.
Portland had a 48-43 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Portland takes its act home to face Indiana looking for another win. For Phoenix, they head on the road to face Oklahoma City.