The host Portland Trail Blazers defeated the visiting Sacramento Kings, 122 - 120, in overtime on Friday. The dynamic backcourt duo of Damian Lillard and C.J. McCollum was vital to the Blazers' (6 - 4) victory, as the guards each scored over 30 points on the night. Lillard scored 36 to go with a team - high seven assists, while McCollum added four steals to his 31 points. Strong perimeter play helped push Portland over the top, as the Blazers hit 13 threes while allowing just six for the Kings. The starting Sacramento backcourt of Ty Lawson and Aaron Afflalo struggled, combining for just 15 points. Blazers wing Allen Crabbe, the recent recipient of a max contract, provided a major boost off the bench for Portland, scoring 16 points to go with seven rebounds and four assists. The game remained close throughout, with Portland unable to establish a secure lead until the final seconds of overtime. For Sacramento (4 - 7), All-Star big man DeMarcus Cousins exploited the thin Portland frontcourt, scoring a team - high 33 points. Forward Rudy Gay was not far behind, scoring 29 points and pulling down 14 rebounds. Sacramento was able to make up for disadvantages in perimeter shooting and overall field goal percentage by out - rebounding Portland 48 - 36. Despite the dominance of Sacramento's frontcourt, strong overtime play from Portland's guards tipped the game in the Blazers' favor. Portland will host the Denver Nuggets on Sunday, while Sacramento will enjoy a long three - day rest.
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