Kings and Blazers Struggle in Preseason Games

The Portland Trail Blazers are dealing with injuries as guards Anfernee Simons and Shaedon Sharpe return to practice, with Sharpe expected to be out until at least November 17 due to a shoulder injury, while Simons may play in an upcoming game. The Sacramento Kings traded Jalen McDaniels to the San Antonio Spurs to clear roster space, boosting their financial flexibility ahead of the regular season, as they aim to address a thin frontcourt. The Oklahoma City Thunder will face the Denver Nuggets, with notable players missing due to injuries, while the Nuggets seek their first preseason win. Meanwhile, the Dallas Mavericks will play their first game in the new Intuit Dome, missing key players Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, while Klay Thompson returns despite recent back tightness. Both the Kings and Blazers are still looking for their first preseason wins, with their upcoming matchup being crucial for team preparations ahead of the regular season. Each team is managing injury reports closely as they approach the start of the season.