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Kings vs. Trail Blazers Preview: Home sweet home

Let’s all just forget about that disaster of a basketball game that took place on Wednesday night. The Kings are back in home territory tonight to take on the Portland Trail Blazers in what should hopefully be a more competitive…

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 6:37 PM
Kings vs. Trail Blazers Preview: Home sweet home
Key Things to Know
  • The Sacramento Kings host the Portland Trail Blazers at Golden 1 Center looking to rebound from an opening loss.
  • Portland won its season opener against the Phoenix Suns by 41 points behind Damian Lillard's 25-point performance.
  • Malik Monk is listed as probable for the Kings after missing time due to an ankle injury.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Sacramento Kings host the Portland Trail Blazers at Golden 1 Center following a season-opening loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. Writer Akis Yerocostas notes that Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine were among the few bright spots in Sacramento's opener, while Portland arrives with a 1-0 record after defeating the Phoenix Suns by 41 points.

Portland features a deep roster with Damian Lillard returning alongside new acquisition Ja Morant, Deni Avdija, Toumani Camara, and Donovan Clingan. For Sacramento, Malik Monk is listed as probable following an ankle injury, though Maxime Raynaud and Dylan Cardwell remain sidelined.

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