Phoenix gets a chance to answer its 41-point opening-night loss to Portland when the teams meet again Wednesday. The Suns are looking to halt a three-game skid and turn around a rough start, while the Trail Blazers arrive with momentum and an unbeaten road record.

By the Numbers
  • Phoenix lost the season opener by 41 points.
  • Portland is 5-1; Phoenix is 1-4.
  • The Suns have lost 3 straight; the Blazers have won 2 in a row.
  • Portland is 4-0 on the road.
Yes, But

Phoenix’s recent three-point loss suggests the team can compete more closely than it did in the opener, but Portland’s strong start and road form make the rematch a difficult test.

What's Next

The Suns will need to execute their matchup plan and address the issues exposed in the opener to get back on track. Wednesday’s game offers an early chance to show whether they can make meaningful adjustments.

Bottom Line

This is more than a revenge game for Phoenix: it’s a chance to prove the 41-point opener isn’t the measure of the team—and to stop its slide before the gap with Portland widens.