Three former University of Tennessee basketball players competed in the NBA Saturday. Another did not play due to a coach’s decision.
In Portland, the Trail Blazers fell to Houston, 115-98, at Moda Center.
Rookie Keon Johnson played 32 minutes for Portland. He had 14 points, two rebounds, two blocks and one steal.
Johnson was 5-for-15 from the floor and 4-for-9 from beyond the 3-point arc.
In New Orleans, San Antonio defeated the Pelicans, 107-103, at Smoothie King Center.
Josh Richardson started and played 27 minutes for the Spurs. He had 18 points, two rebounds, one assist and one steal.
Richardson was 5-for-12 from the field, 3-for-4 from long range and 5-for-5 from the free throw line.
Mar 26, 2022; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard Keon Johnson (6) dunks the ball during the second half against the Houston Rockets at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports
In Memphis, the Grizzlies defeated Milwaukee, 127-102, at FedEx Forum.
Rookie Yves Pons played three minutes for Memphis and recorded no stats.
In Orlando, the Magic fell to Sacramento, 114-110, at Amway Center. Admiral Schofield did not play due to a coach’s decision.
