Harrison Barnes answers head coach's challenge in Kings' win over Blazers

Posted Oct 21, 2021
When called upon, Harrison Barnes answered with authority. A veteran presence and a leader on and off the court, Barnes delivered a big game Wednesday night in the Kings' season-opening 124-121 win over the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center. Scoring a career-high 36, Barnes' 3-point shooting helped stave off a late Blazers comeback attempt. (NBC Sports)

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