Blazers vs Suns Prediction 4 February 2026

The Portland Trail Blazers are navigating a challenging stretch, having suffered defeats in their last five consecutive games. Their current form-a string of five losses-highlights significant issues within their play. However, they typically perform better at home, scoring more than 109.5 points in six of their last seven home games.

The main problem for Splitter's squad remains their weak defense and the injury to their leader Avdija, who recently became the first Israeli basketball player selected for the All-Star Game. Additionally, the Blazers' dismal three-point shooting (33.6%, worst in the league) hampers the effectiveness of the fast-paced basketball instilled by their young coach. When Avdija was healthy, the three-point struggles were offset by excellent rebounding (45.7 per game, 8th in the league), but now even that advantage is insufficient. In their last game, Portland was soundly defeated at home by Cleveland (111-130).

The Phoenix Suns are in excellent form, having won three of their last four games. They've shown confident play both at home and on the road. The team focuses on a fast-paced offense and boasts a high three-point shooting percentage (36.5%, ranking 10th). In their most recent head-to-head with Portland, Phoenix secured a 127-110 victory, underscoring their superiority over the opponent in many aspects of the game.

Jordan Ott's squad has emerged as the season's biggest surprise, defying all expectations, including ours. The coach has magically transformed a group of players, not particularly known for their skills, into a formidable unit led by their sole star, Booker. Devin is currently injured (and will also miss the game against Portland), yet Phoenix has still managed to win three of their last five games. During this stretch, Brooks has stepped up significantly, never scoring less than 22 points. Additionally, another valuable option, Green, remains sidelined but could make his return against the Blazers.