NBA Preseason Rosters: Suns vs Blazers – Are Kevin Durant and Devin Booker Playing Tonight vs Deandre?Ayton?and?Co?

The offseason culminated with the blockbuster trade of Damian Lillard to the Milwaukee Bucks that sent shockwaves across the NBA world. As a result of the three-way trade, center Deandre Ayton unexpectedly found himself in Portland. Similarly, the Suns netted Jusuf Nurkic in the process.

However, as the preseason hoops begin, the world now awaits the two stars locking horns against their former teams. The Portland Trail Blazers will take on the Phoenix Suns in their home at the Moda Center on October 12th. However, ahead of the anticipated showdown, let’s take a closer look at the team’s rosters.

Will the Suns star suit up after resting the previous game?

The Suns will play their third of the five preseason games. Meanwhile, the Blazers are gearing up for their second preseason matchup after winning against the New Zealand Breakers in their home opener. The Suns won their first preseason game against the Detroit Pistons, with all their big 3 on the court. Kevin Durant played his first game with his new super-team, tallying 12 points, three rebounds, and one assist. However, he was then rested for the next matchup against defending champions Denver Nuggets. The Suns lost 115-107 to the Nuggets at Footprint Center sans Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal.

The question now is whether the ‘Slim Reaper’ and Devin Booker suit up for today’s action against Deandre Ayton and Co.

After sitting out the last game, it seems stars Devin Booker, Kevin Durant, and Bradley Beal will be back in action today. The Sun’s injury report shows no indication of injuries to the star players. Moreover, coach Frank Vogel confirmed that the stars will be joining for the thrilling matchup. ?We?re set,? Vogel confirmed.

However, the team will be without a few role players. Guard Damion Lee (knee) and forward Ish Wainwright (calf) won’t participate today.

In addition, center Drew Eubanks (ankle) and guard Jordan Goodwin (hamstring) are listed as day-to-day. On the other hand, Blazer’s injury report is currently blank, but look out for changes as we get closer to the game time.

Phoenix Suns vs. Portland Trail Blazers promises to be a thrilling contest

The matchup is exciting for a lot of reasons. Jusuf Nurkic and DeAndre Ayton will be looking for retribution after being unexpectedly traded from their former teams. The Suns will look to come back after losing to the reigning champions Denver Nuggets in the last matchup. Meanwhile, the Trail Blazers will be hoping to maintain their momentum after winning the preseason opener.

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While the Suns boast a lot of star power, the rebuilding Blazers team has assembled a very offense-heavy roster. Therefore, it would make for an exciting showdown if all the stars suited up for the encounter.

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