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Jusuf Nurkić Speaks on Playing Former Team for First Time after Suns Defeat Blazers 120-107

Jusuf Nurkiu0107 got the chance to square off against his former team for the first time in the regular season tonight, as the Suns hosted the Blazers for their third In-Season Tournament Game. Phoenix defeated Portland 120-107.

Nurkiu0107 had 18 points on 7-of-11 shooting, 12 rebounds and four blocks. Eleven of his points came in the third quarter.

The Suns acquired Nurkiu0107 from the Blazers this offseason as part of the Damian Lillard. They sent away Deandre Ayton and Toumani Camara to the Blazers and received Nurkiu0107, Nassir Little, Drew Eubanks and Grayson Allen in return.