Suns and Trail Blazers Set for NBA Play-In Tournament Clash

Opening odds favor Phoenix at home in crucial Western Conference matchup

Apr. 13, 2026 at 3:04am

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting the action of a basketball game between the Phoenix Suns and Portland Trail Blazers, with sharp geometric shapes and planes of vibrant colors representing the players, court, and energy of the matchup.The high-stakes clash between the Suns and Trail Blazers in the NBA Play-In Tournament promises an intense, back-and-forth battle for a playoff spot.Phoenix Today

The Phoenix Suns and Portland Trail Blazers will meet in the Western Conference Play-In Tournament on Tuesday, April 14, with the winner earning the No. 7 seed and the loser facing the winner of the Clippers vs. Warriors matchup for the eighth seed. The Suns open as 3.5-point favorites and -155 on the moneyline, while the Trail Blazers are listed at +130 with an over/under of 222.5 points.

Why it matters

This Play-In Tournament game is a high-stakes affair, with both teams fighting for a spot in the NBA playoffs. The Suns and Trail Blazers have been jockeying for position in the Western Conference standings, and this matchup will determine which team advances and which team's season comes to an end.

The details

The Suns won the regular-season series 2-1, but the last time these teams played was on February 22. Since then, Portland has gone 14-10, while Phoenix is 12-12. Both teams will be looking to end their seasons on a high note and secure a playoff berth.

  • The Play-In Tournament game between the Suns and Trail Blazers will take place on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

The players

Phoenix Suns

The Phoenix Suns are a professional basketball team based in Phoenix, Arizona, and play in the Western Conference of the National Basketball Association (NBA).

Portland Trail Blazers

The Portland Trail Blazers are a professional basketball team based in Portland, Oregon, and play in the Western Conference of the National Basketball Association (NBA).

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What they’re saying

“This is going to be a hard-fought game between two teams that have been battling all season long. Both the Suns and Trail Blazers have a lot on the line, and I expect an intense and competitive matchup.”

— Brendan O'Sullivan, NBA Analyst

What’s next

The winner of the Suns vs. Trail Blazers Play-In Tournament game will earn the No. 7 seed in the Western Conference playoffs, while the loser will face the winner of the Clippers vs. Warriors matchup for the eighth and final playoff spot.

The takeaway

This Play-In Tournament game between the Suns and Trail Blazers is a high-stakes affair, with both teams fighting for their playoff lives. The Suns enter as the favorites, but the Trail Blazers have been playing well down the stretch, setting up what should be an exciting and competitive matchup between these two Western Conference foes.