The Phoenix Suns (18-15) continued their winning ways, securing a convincing 109-88 victory against the struggling Portland Trail Blazers (9-23) on Monday night, marking their fourth consecutive triumph.
Despite missing Kevin Durant due to right hamstring tightness, the Suns showcased their depth with seven players scoring in double figures.
Bradley Beal led Phoenix in scoring with 21 points. Jusuf Nurkic, facing his former team, scored 18 points, while Chimezie Metu, stepping in for Durant, contributed 14 points. Grayson Allen and Eric Gordon, coming off the bench, added 12 points each.
Phoenix’s star, Devin Booker, had a quieter night with 10 points, but he made valuable contributions with eight rebounds and six assists. Bol Bol stepped up in Durant’s absence, recording 11 points and nine rebounds.
Scoot Henderson led the Trail Blazers with 17 points, while Jerami Grant, Malcolm Brogdon, and Jabari Walker each contributed 10 or more points.
Deandre Ayton and Toumani Camara were notable absences for Portland due to right knee tendinitis and knee soreness, respectively.
