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Suns Crushed by Trail Blazers in Season Opener
Phoenix Suns lose 124-83 to Portland Trail Blazers in disastrous season opener.
In brief
Phoenix Suns lose 124-83 to Portland Trail Blazers in disastrous season opener. Phoenix Suns were defeated 124-83 by Portland Trail Blazers in their season opener. Originally reported by Phoenix Suns On SI.
Suns lose season opener
Phoenix Suns were blown out 124-83 by Portland Trail Blazers in their season opener Wednesday night.
Suns overmatched early
Suns looked overmatched from opening tip after Blazers jumped to 21-0 lead.
Blazers outrebound Suns
Portland outrebounded Phoenix 56-39 with 16 offensive rebounds.
Suns poor 3-point shooting
Suns converted 6-for-31 (19.4%) from long range in season opener.
Damian Lillard scores 25
Damian Lillard scored 25 points (6-for-10 from 3) in first game back after missing season with Achilles tear.
First quarter collapse
Suns began game 0-for-10 from floor, scored first field goal at 4:28.
First quarter score
Blazers led 43-12 after first quarter with 12 points from Lillard and 21 rebounds.
Second quarter start
Suns had 10-2 run with two 3-pointers from Jalen Green.
Second quarter collapse
Portland responded with 17-2 run to extend lead to 62-24 at halftime.
Halftime stats
Blazers shot 50% from field, 44.4% from 3-point range vs Suns 41% overall and 21.4% from 3.
Third quarter
Blazers led 107-66 with all starters in double figures entering fourth quarter.
What's next
Suns have two days off before home opener against Golden State Warriors.
What to remember
Phoenix Suns were defeated 124-83 by Portland Trail Blazers in their season opener.
