Phoenix Suns and Portland Trail Blazers face off in season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 8:31 PM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
The Phoenix Suns open their 2026-27 NBA season against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center on October 21. Both teams are dealing with injuries; Suns guard Luke Kennard is questionable, while Mark Williams is out for months. The Blazers have several players dealing with injuries, including Deni Avdija and Micah Potter listed as questionable. Jalen Green of the Suns is poised for a healthy start following last year's struggles with injuries. The matchup features strong guard play from the Blazers, with the return of Damian Lillard and the addition of Ja Morant.
- •Suns face Blazers in season opener at Moda Center.
- •Kennard is questionable, while Williams is out long-term for the Suns.
- •Blazers have Avdija and Potter listed as questionable.
- •Jalen Green aims for a strong start after injury struggles last season.
- •Matchup features notable guard play including Lillard, Morant, and Henderson.
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