Update: Anfernee Simons is not listed on the team's injury report.

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The Portland Trail Blazers begin a four-game trip to the Phoenix Suns (4-1) on Saturday after losing 137-116 at home to the Oklahoma City Thunder (5-0).

The Blazers will have enough problems against the Suns, but the task could become even more difficult if Anfernee Simons is out.

Simons injured his left arm after falling to the ground following a dunk attempt in the fourth quarter.

According to coach Chauncey Billups, the injury was not considered serious. But it's entirely possible that the Blazers could have their star guard off Saturday night.

Forecast: The suns should roll. The Blazers will be exhausted and simply won't be able to keep up with the Suns, who had Friday night off.

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PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS AT PHOENIX SUNS

What: Trail Blazers (2-3) vs. Suns (4-1), 7 p.m., Saturday.

Where: Footprint Center, Phoenix.

Radio: Rip City Radio (KPOJ 620 AM).

TV channels: KATU Charge (Antenna: 2.2 in Portland. Comcast: 302 and 1170. DirecTV and Dish: Available January 1).

How to watch: Rip City TV Network. If you don't have cable, you can still watch this game live for FREE using an HDTV antenna at your local ABC affiliate (2.2 fee in Portland). These antennas are very easy to install and cost around $20. You can purchase one at your local Bi-Mart or Fred Meyer, or buy one online at Walmart or Amazon and have it shipped quickly to your home. Here are some instructions for setting up an HDTV antenna on your TV or other display. You can find out more about which channel Rip City TV Network is on near you using the channel finder here.

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OPPORTUNITIES (Oregon Lottery/DraftKings)

Money line: POR +575 | PHX-800

Spread: POR +13 | Over/Under: 224.5

INJURIES

Blazer: Anfernee Simons (left arm) is available. Robert Williams III (strain of the left thigh muscles), Shaedon Sharpe (posterior labrum tear of the left shoulder) and Matisse Thybulle (inflammation of the right knee) are out.

Suns: Bradley Beal (Right elbow sprain) is questionable.

Next

The Blazers play at the New Orleans Pelicans (3-3) on Monday at 6:30 p.m.