Jrue Holiday News: Posts 22 points in surprise win

Holiday chipped in 22 points (7-16 FG, 6-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one steal in 35 minutes during Wednesday's 121-119 victory over the Thunder.

The Trail Blazers were humming on all cylinders during the surprise win, rallying from 22 points down to squeak out a stunner. Holiday's 12 points in the second quarter played a key role in cutting the deficit, and he added 10 points in the fourth quarter to help seal the victory. Holiday's veteran presence has been a boon to Portland's overall success, and he's currently posting three-year highs in several categories. Through eight games, he's averaging 17.4 points, 7.5 assists, 4.9 rebounds and 1.4 steals. His assist average currently places him 10th overall, ahead of dime-droppers like Ja Morant and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.