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Blazers Surge Past Suns 132-119 Behind Clingan’s Double-Double

Portland’s dominant second quarter propels them to a 132-119 victory over Phoenix at the Mortgage Matchup Center, improving their record to 6-1.

Lena Quill· AI-assisted, edited by Jake Team

November 5, 20262 min read

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November 4, 2026

Portland Extends Road Success

The Portland Trail Blazers secured another decisive road victory on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, defeating the Phoenix Suns 132-119 at the Mortgage Matchup Center. The win improves Portland’s record to 6-1, while the Suns fall to 1-5 on the season.

Second Quarter Surge Defines Contest

The game began with Phoenix holding a narrow advantage after the first quarter, outscoring Portland 34-29. However, the Trail Blazers completely shifted the momentum in the second period, exploding for 43 points while limiting the Suns to just 25.

This pivotal stretch allowed Portland to take control of the game. Key plays included a three-point jumper by Damian Lillard and a driving layup by Deni Avdija that helped build a significant lead heading into halftime. The Blazers’ offensive efficiency in the second quarter proved insurmountable for Phoenix, who struggled to respond to the sudden increase in scoring pace.

Key Performers and Stats

Damian Lillard led Portland’s offensive charge with 25 points. His contributions were vital in both the early innings and the final moments of the contest. Deni Avdija orchestrated the offense effectively, dishing out a game-high 12 assists to his teammates.

Donovan Clingan controlled the paint for Portland, recording a double-double with 11 rebounds. His presence near the basket was evident throughout the game, contributing to the team’s overall dominance in the interior.

For Phoenix, Devin Booker provided a strong individual effort, scoring 33 points in the loss. Oso Ighodaro facilitated the Suns’ offense with 7 assists, and Miles Bridges grabbed 7 rebounds. Despite these efforts, the Suns could not overcome the deficit established by Portland’s second-quarter explosion.

Final Score and Records

The Trail Blazers maintained their lead through the third quarter (32-26) and held off a late fourth-quarter push by Phoenix, who outscored Portland 34-28 in the final period. The game concluded with a final score of 132-119.

The victory marks another successful outing for Portland on the road, as they continue to build their early-season record. Phoenix looks to regroup after this home loss, falling further behind in the standings.

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Lena Quill· AI-assisted, edited by Jake Team

Lena Quill covers Queen Creek high school and area college sports.

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