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Portland (42-40) at Phoenix (45-37)
- When: Apr 14 2026, 10:00 PM
- Where: Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix, AZ, USA
- TV: Amazon Prime Video
Portland vs Phoenix Preview & Prediction
Spread: Phoenix -3.5
Moneyline: Phoenix (-170)
Total: 216.5
Phoenix Suns Betting Preview
Phoenix steps into this play in spot as the No. 7 seed with a chance to lock up a playoff berth immediately. The approach is clear. Stay composed and execute. Coach Jordan Ott already made sure his core guys are fresh after resting them in the regular season finale.
Devin Booker remains the engine of this offense. Even with some recent inconsistency in results, Phoenix has the scoring power to control tempo when he is aggressive. The concern is availability around him with Jalen Green and Jordan Goodwin dealing with injuries.
The Suns have taken two of three in this matchup and should benefit from being at home. If they can dictate pace and avoid getting dragged into a physical defensive battle, they have the edge.
Suns Player Prop Pick: Devin Booker Over 26.5 Points
In a win or go home setting, expect Booker to carry the scoring load and take over offensively.
Portland Trail Blazers Betting Preview
Portland arrives as the No. 8 seed with momentum, winning five of their last seven and seven of their last ten. They just secured their spot with a high energy win over Sacramento, and the confidence is showing.
Deni Avdija has been a major catalyst, posting 25 points and 10 assists in the last game. Donovan Clingan continues to dominate inside, recording four straight double doubles and controlling the paint defensively.
This team thrives on physical defense and transition offense. They are long, aggressive, and force opponents into uncomfortable spots. That style has already caused issues for Phoenix in previous meetings.
The key for Portland is playing loose. When they push tempo and attack downhill, they become a dangerous underdog.
Trail Blazers Player Prop Pick: Deni Avdija Over 24.5 Assists
With the ball in his hands often, Avdija is creating opportunities and should continue to rack up assists in this spot.
NBA Final Score & Expert Prediction
Phoenix is favored by 3.5 with the total set at 216.5.
This game comes down to control. If Phoenix runs their offense through Booker and keeps things efficient, they should come out on top. But Portland’s defense and recent form make this far from easy.
Lean toward Phoenix at home, but expect a competitive game.
Final Score: Suns 110, Trail Blazers 105
Lean: Phoenix -3.5
Total: Over 216.5
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