Portland Trail Blazers rout Phoenix Suns in season opener

The Portland Trail Blazers opened their 2026-27 NBA season with a dominant 124-83 victory over the Phoenix Suns at the Moda Center. The win was highlighted by the return of Damian Lillard, who scored 25 points, including six three-pointers, in his first regular-season game since rejoining Portland and recovering from a torn Achilles tendon.

Offseason acquisition Ja Morant also made a successful debut, contributing 14 points and eight assists. The Blazers established control early, racing to a 21-0 lead and maintaining a lead of as many as 52 points. Other notable performances included Toumani Camara with 18 points and Deni Avdija, who recorded 18 points and 10 rebounds despite being a game-time decision due to an ankle injury.

The Suns were led by Devin Booker, who scored 23 points, but the team struggled with efficiency, shooting just 36% from the field. The loss leaves Phoenix at 0-1 for the season.