The Phoenix Suns open the 2026‑27 NBA season against the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 10:00 PM ET. The game streams on Fubo (free trial) and airs locally on KTVK TV and Rip City TV – KUNSDT2. Both teams enter with 0‑0 regular‑season records after preseason losses: Suns fell 119‑116 to Utah despite 18‑point outings from Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green, while the Blazers dropped 128‑118 to Golden State after Damian Lillard’s 23‑point performance. Fans can catch the matchup live via TV or streaming.
The Portland Trail Blazers open the 2026‑27 season Tuesday night against the Phoenix Suns at the Moda Center, with a returning Damian Lillard and a refreshed Ja Morant leading the squad. Injuries aside, Deni Avdija (R ankle) and Micah Potter are cleared to play, while Branden Carlson, Shaedon Sharpe and Chris Youngblood remain out. The game tips off at 7 p.m. PT on Oct. 21 and will be available on the Rip City Television Network, BlazerVision (OR/WA) or League Pass elsewhere. Fans are invited to join the live discussion thread on SBNation.
The Phoenix Suns open the 2026‑27 NBA season tonight against a revamped Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center. After losing a 114‑110 play‑in game to Portland last April, the Suns hope to avenge that loss against a Blazers squad featuring a healthy Damian Lillard and new acquisition Ja Morant. Key storylines include Miles Bridges’ role, Jalen Green’s playmaking, Devin Booker’s shooting efficiency, and the center rotation on both sides. Injuries to note: Suns Luke Kennard (questionable) and Mark Williams (out); Blazers Deni Avdija (questionable) and several others out. The matchup will test Phoenix’s aggressive defense against Portland’s rebuilt offense.
The Celtics had more than enough opportunities to prevent their opening-night collapse. Too often, they helped the Pistons along. That’s the assessment of John Karalis of Celtics On SI, whose breakdown of Tuesday’s 121-113 loss goes beyond Jayson Tatum’s poor shooting. Boston squandered a 22-point lead through a combination of stalled possessions, missed chances around […]
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Since the Portland Trail Blazers acquired Ja Morant in an offseason trade with the Memphis Grizzlies, the glaring question of whether or not he would start alongside Damian Lillard in the backcourt has loomed large. New head coach Micah Nori has been secretive about his plans for Morant, Lillard, Jrue Holiday, and Scoot Henderson in […]
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In a season‑preview letter to Suns Nation, the Phoenix Suns outline why they could improve on last year's 45‑win, playoff run. Coach highlights returning core players—Devin Booker, Collin Gillespie, Dillon Brooks, Jordan Goodwin, and Oso Ighodaro—plus new power forward Cam Bridges, whose shooting and guard‑friendly skill set should boost their three‑point output. With Jalen Green healthy and a stable starting lineup, the Suns aim for consistency, though the Western Conference has deepened after major roster overhauls and an elite 2026 draft class featuring Darryn Peterson and Cam Boozer. Injuries to Mark Williams and a tougher conference could still keep Phoenix out of the playoffs.
The Portland Trail Blazers kick off the 2026-27 season against the Phoenix Suns under new head coach Micah Nori, featuring the much‑anticipated return of Damian Lillard, the addition of Ja Morant, and a breakout season for Deni Avdija. Nori’s scheme emphasizes rapid guard penetration—Morant’s magic, Scoot Henderson’s quick drives, and even Lillard attacking the lane—followed by quick passes to open shooters like Avdija and Toumani Camara. The offense runs an all‑man motion with frequent lob plays and aims to generate more dunks outside fast‑breaks. Defensively, Portland adopts smaller, versatile lineups, pulling bigs such as Donovan Clingan and Robert Williams III to the perimeter. Success hinges on guard play, catch‑and‑shoot threes, and the new mobile defense.
Toumani Camara could shut down all of the Suns' best offensive players and immediately show opponents how to stop them this season.
The Portland Trail Blazers kick off the 2026‑27 NBA season at home against the Phoenix Suns on Oct. 21 at 7:00 pm PT. The marquee story is Damian Lillard’s return alongside newcomer Ja Morant, while Phoenix’s controversial acquisition of Miles Bridges draws criticism. Both teams sit at 0‑0; the Blazers list injuries to Brandon Carlson, Shaedon Sharpe and others, with Deni Avdija questionable. The Suns deal with Mark Williams out and Luke Kennard doubtful, and will rely on a strong three‑point offense (40.8 attempts per game last year). Analysts debate the trade value of Bridges versus Morant, setting up a compelling Western Conference opener.
By Eliav Gabay & Gerald Bourguet As the Phoenix Suns gear up for the 2026-27 season, our own Sports360AZ Suns coverage squad made player picks for each topic presented. We...
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The Phoenix Suns’ season opener against the Portland Trail Blazers on Oct. 21, 2026, serves as a litmus test for their revamped roster. Key storylines include whether Devin Booker will shift back to a pure scorer role as Jalen Green takes over primary play‑making duties, how the frontcourt adapts with Mark Williams out and rookie bigs Oso Ighodaro and Khaman Maluach battling for minutes, and the integration of new pieces like Miles Bridges, rookie Koa Peat, and potentially Luke Kennard after his preseason knee injury. The game will hint at the Suns’ strategic direction and lineup priorities for the coming 82‑game stretch.
The Bright Side Of The Sun roundtable predicts a bounce‑back season for Phoenix as the Suns open the 2026‑27 campaign. Lead analyst foresees a 47–35 record, securing the 6th seed in the Western Conference and a playoff win over the Houston Rockets. Other contributors forecast 48‑34 (6th), 44‑38 (7th), 47‑35 (8th) and even a 42‑40 finish, citing improved starting line‑up, added depth, and better health after last year’s injury‑ridden stretch. The piece highlights key roster changes—Miles Bridges replacing Royce O’Neale and the development of young bigs—as the main drivers of the expected improvement.
Tim Legler taking Khaman Maluach first in his annual "My Guys" draft shows how quickly his star is rising throughout the NBA.
The Phoenix Suns' oldest player is 30, an NBA trend for a league with too much talent to afford spots for old vets with wisdom.
This season could be much more important for Jalen Green than initially anticipated.
The Portland Trail Blazers open the 2026-27 NBA regular season against the Phoenix Suns at the Moda Center on Wednesday, October 21. A new-look Trail Blazers side featuring both Damian Lillard and Ja Morant will hope to lead their team to an ideal start after their 42-40 campaign last season. The Suns, meanwhile, come into […]
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The Portland Trail Blazers will host the Phoenix Suns at Moda Center on Wednesday for their season opener. All eyes will be on the team’s backcourt, with Damian Lillard returning from an Achilles injury and Ja Morant making his debut. The biggest question for the Trail Blazers heading into the contest is Morant’s place in […]
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Phoenix Suns governor Mat Ishbia says he doesn't "have a problem" with Kevin Durant after a social media argument with the former Suns star.
The Portland Trail Blazers host the Phoenix Suns at Moda Center on Wednesday, October 21, at 10:00 p.m. ET.
Only two Phoenix Suns players, Devin Booker and Dillon Brooks, were ranked within FanSided's NBA99 ranking, which is dominated by the league's youth.
The Phoenix Suns enter their season opener with a mostly clean bill of health, though guard Luke Kennard remains questionable after left knee tendinopathy, and center Mark Williams is out with a shoulder injury. The bigger question centers on the Portland Trail Blazers, whose All‑Star forward Deni Avdija is listed as questionable with right ankle soreness. Avdija’s 41‑point, 12‑assist performance in last season’s play‑in win over the Suns highlights his importance; his absence could leave a major offensive void for Portland against Phoenix on Oct. 21 at 7 p.m.
Head coach Jordan Ott said Tuesday that Kennard was a full participant in practice and was trending toward playing against the Trail Blazers.
A few days ago, Phoenix Suns governor Mat Ishbia and former Suns star Kevin Durant had a bit of a spat on social media. Ishbia’s quote regarding “throwing money at the problem” not being the solution made the rounds on social media, and he namedropped Durant, saying that bringing in someone like the two-time NBA […]
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The Phoenix Suns open the 2026‑27 season in Portland aiming to avenge last year’s Play‑In loss to the Trail Blazers. With minimal roster turnover, the team added Miles Bridges and Luke Kennard while retaining core pieces like Devin Booker, Collin Gillespie and Jordan Goodwin. Bridges provides a natural power forward, and Kennard is expected to match Grayson Allen’s three‑point output. The bench, anchored by Gillespie, Ighor Ighodaro and rookie Khaman Maluach, is touted as one of the league’s strongest. Booker remains the franchise focal point, while Jalen Green, fresh from a Nash‑led offseason, looks to prove himself in a final contract year. The revamped, chemistry‑rich roster could propel the Suns to another leap.
Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija is listed as questionable for the season opener against the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday at 7 p.m. PDT due to right ankle soreness, the team's latest NBA.com injury report shows. The issue was not noted during the preseason, and no further details were given. Additionally, reserve big Branden Carlson misses the game on concussion protocol after a head injury against Golden State, big man Micah Potter is questionable with an illness, and two‑way guard Chris Youngblood sits with left ankle soreness, leaving the Blazers’ front court thin for the opener.