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Who will the Suns face in Portland’s opening night lineup?

The Phoenix Suns may be benefiting from their opening night’s opponents’ roster construction. When the Portland Trail Blazers, who the Suns play on opening night, signed Damian Lillard in the 2025 offseason, they knew that, barring injuries, they were set…

By Holden Sherman · Bright Side Of The Sun

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 5:00 PM

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Holden Sherman examines the Portland Trail Blazers' starting backcourt options against the Phoenix Suns for opening night.
Shaedon Sharpe is ruled out until at least late February due to a torn meniscus.
Sherman expects Damian Lillard to start following his full recovery from a torn Achilles tendon.

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Holden Sherman analyzes which guards the Portland Trail Blazers will start against the Phoenix Suns on opening night. With head coach Micah Nori yet to finalize the backcourt, the Blazers face a crowded rotation that includes Damian Lillard, Ja Morant, Jrue Holiday, Scoot Henderson, and the injured Shaedon Sharpe.

Sherman argues that Damian Lillard is essentially guaranteed to start following his return from a torn Achilles. With Sharpe sidelined by a meniscus tear and Henderson projected for a reserve role, the remaining backcourt spot is viewed as a choice between defensive veteran Holiday and newcomer Morant.

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