Nikola Jokić and Luka Dončić weren’t on the court, while Giannis Antetokounmpo and Victor Wembanyama were sidelined due to injuries, but several European stars still took the spotlight.

Deni Avdija shined with 37 points, eight rebounds and six assists, but the Portland Trail Blazers fell to the San Antonio Spurs 102–122.

The Israeli forward shot 12/19 from the field and had an excellent all-around game, while Toumani Camara followed with 10 points and five assists, yet the Trail Blazers still came up short.

Turkish center Alperen Şengün had more luck, helping the Houston Rockets defeat the Golden State Warriors 104–100 on the road.

Şengün contributed 16 points, six rebounds and six assists, while Clint Capela added six points, 12 rebounds and two assists. On the other side, Q

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