India, April 15 -- The Footprint Centre was a cauldron of nerves and high-stakes basketball on Tuesday night, April 14, 2026, as the Portland Trail Blazers edged out the Phoenix Suns 114-110 in a classic Play-In Tournament battle. In a game that saw multiple lead changes and high-octane scoring, the Blazers rode a career-defining performance from Deni Avdija to secure the Western Conference's No. 7 seed.
The victory ensures Portland a first-round playoff showdown against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. For the Suns, despite a valiant effort from Jalen Green and Devin Booker, the loss means they must now play a do-or-die game on Friday to salvage their postseason hopes.
Phoenix Suns vs Portland Trail Blazers: NBA Play-In Match...