Portland Trail Blazers vs Phoenix Suns Picks and Predictions for Sunday February 22 2026

By: Dylan Hellebrand Published 02/22/2026, 11:53 AM ET

On Saturday, the Portland Trail Blazers (27-30) face off against the Phoenix Suns (33-24) at the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Arizona. This game will air on Arizona’s Family 3TV, BlazerVision, KUNP 16, NBA League Pass and Suns Live. Keep up to date with all the NBA action, with our NBA predictions.

Portland vs. Phoenix Game Information

February 22, 2026
8:00pm EST
Mortgage Matchup Center
Arizona’s Family 3TV/BlazerVision/KUNP 16/NBA League Pass/Suns Live

Phoenix Form & Recent Results

Phoenix heads into this game riding a one-game winning streak, their recent performances have been a bit uneven with three losses in their last five games. They were able to grind out a hard-fought 113–110 double-overtime win over Orlando at home on Saturday, and Grayson Allen was a major reason why, leading the way with 27 points. That kind of emotional, high-energy win could be exactly what the Suns need as they try to build some momentum in front of their home crowd.

This season, Devin Booker has been Phoenix’s most consistent scoring threat, leading the team at 24.7 points per game. Dillon Brooks has been the next best option offensively, putting up 20.9 points per night so far this year. Mark Williams has been their top rebounder, averaging 8.1 rebounds, while Booker also sets the table for others by leading the team in assists at 6.1 per game. Defensively, though, Phoenix has had some issues lately. Over their last five games, they’ve given up 117.4 points per game, and they’ll be hoping that Saturday’s double-overtime win can kick-start a stronger stretch as they return home to face Portland on Sunday night.

Portland Form & Recent Results

Portland heads into this game trying to shake off a one-game skid, with three wins in their last five games. Their most recent result was a rough one, as it ended in a lopsided 157–103 defeat at home against Denver on Friday that got out of hand early and never really swung back in their favor. Even in a loss that ugly, Jrue Holiday was one of the brighter spots for the Trail Blazers, finishing with 19 points as Portland struggled to find any rhythm on either end of the floor.

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Deni Avdija has been Portland’s go-to scorer, leading the team at 25 points per game, while Shaedon Sharpe has provided consistent support as the second option, averaging 21.4 points. Rookie big man Donovan Clingan has been their main presence inside on the glass, topping the team with 11.4 rebounds per game, and Avdija has also been the key playmaker, leading Portland in assists at 6.8 per night. Offensively, the Blazers have still managed to put up points lately, averaging 120.8 points over their last five games, and they’ll be hoping that scoring momentum carries over as they try to respond to that Denver blowout with a much cleaner, more competitive performance on the road against Phoenix.

Key Players

Portland’s Deni Avdija this season: 25 points, 6.8 assists per game
Phoenix’s Devin Booker this season: 24.7 points, 6.1 assists per game

Betting Odds & Market Overview:

POR -3.5; O/U 222.5

Portland vs. Phoenix Picks and Prediction

Phoenix heads into Sunday night riding the high of a thrilling double-overtime win over the Magic on their home floor. Portland, on the other hand, is trying to shake off a rough game in which they gave up a staggering 157 points, an ugly reminder of the defensive issues they’ve dealt with this season. The Suns will aim to keep that momentum rolling and put even more pressure on a Trail Blazers defense that’s been struggling to get stops. Still, even after a blowout loss, Portland could treat that performance as a wake-up call and come out with extra focus and urgency, looking to tighten things up and bounce back in this one. Final Score Prediction, Phoenix Suns win 119-113.