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Burks scores 13 as Utah Jazz beat Portland Trail Blazers 92-73 in preseason opener

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Utah Jazz's Alec Burks (10) shoots as Portland Trail Blazers' Chris Kaman, rear, defends while teammate Portland Trail Blazers' Steve Blake (25) looks on in the second quarter during an NBA preseason basketball game Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2014, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) (The Associated Press)

Utah Jazz's Enes Kanter (0) celebrates a 3-pointer in the first quarter during an NBA preseason basketball game against the Portland Trail Blazers Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2014, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) (The Associated Press)

Alec Burks scored 12 points and Derrick Favors added 10 points and 11 rebounds, leading the Utah Jazz to a 92-73 exhibition victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday night.

Utah dominated around the basket and in transition in the preseason opener for both teams. The Jazz had a 52-45 rebounding edge and a 42-28 advantage in points in the paint. Utah also led the Blazers 18-10 in fast-break points

Will Barton scored 12 points for the Blazers, and reserve Chris Kaman had 10 points and seven rebounds.