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Trail Blazers rally from 16 down to beat Suns 109-104

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Shaedon Sharpe - Won't play ThursdaySharpe (groin) is out for Thursday's game against the Wizards.

ImpactSharpe exited Tuesday's game early due to right adductor soreness that will now hold him out of Thursday's matchup against the Wizards. Malcolm Brogdon and Scoot Henderson will likely see extended minutes in Sharpe's absence.

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Devin Booker - Posts 26 points in lossBooker had 26 points (11-25 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds and seven assists in 38 minutes during Tuesday's 109-104 loss to the Trail Blazers.

ImpactBooker had some trouble finding his shot in a tepid showing by the entire squad, save Kevin Durant, who finished with 40 points. The Suns continue to have trouble getting sufficient bench production to support the starting lineup, and the team will need to make sure they don't overwork Booker and Durant unnecessarily. The eventual return of Bradley Beal (ankle) will ease Booker's load considerably.

DECEMBER 20, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Jusuf Nurkic - Loses duel against former teamNurkic totaled nine points (4-11 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists, two blocks and two steals over 31 minutes during Tuesday's 109-104 loss to the Trail Blazers.

ImpactIn the battle of former centers, Deandre Ayton came up with the better number, besting Nurkic in the loss despite his solid rebounding total. The Suns looked a little out of sync in the contest, and the team's ability to get the ball inside to Nurkic was limited by an impressive defensive showing from Portland.

DECEMBER 20, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Kevin Durant - Pours in 40 points in lossDurant had 40 points (16-28 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 7-8 FT), four rebounds, five assists and two steals over 38 minutes during Tuesday's 109-104 loss to the Trail Blazers.

ImpactDurant's explosive game wasn't enough to upend the Trail Blazers, who finally put the pieces together after a seven-game losing streak. Durant was one point shy of his season-high, and he also turned in his second-highest shot volume of the season.

DECEMBER 20, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Jerami Grant - Turns in 22 pointsGrant had 22 points (8-15 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), one rebound, four assists and two blocks over 36 minutes during Tuesday's 109-104 win over Phoenix.

ImpactAlthough Grant's secondary numbers left a bit to be desired, he shot the ball well and finished with a solid total in the much-needed victory. The Trail Blazers went 0-4 during Grant' recent absence, so his contribution is imperative to the team's future success. Shaedon Sharpe left the game Tuesday and although he could be fine for Thursday's game, Grant should receive additional fantasy consideration if Sharpe is out.

DECEMBER 20, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Deandre Ayton - Double-doubles against former teamAyton racked up 16 points (6-18 FG, 4-4 FT), 15 rebounds and three assists across 40 minutes during Tuesday's 109-104 win over the Suns.

ImpactThe Suns gave Ayton 40 minutes to give it to his former team. His usage has steadily trended up since his return from a four-game absence, and his contribution obviously helped the Trail Blazers, who ended a seven-game skid. Ayton's usage should remain high now that he is completely healthy. The Trail Blazers were forced to play small-ball without him, and they've gone 1-3 without him in the lineup.

DECEMBER 20, 2023•ROTOWIRE