My model says that the Trail Blazers take this contest with this spread 65 percent of the time, so you're getting great value playing them here. Portland has won 10 straight meetings between the teams, last losing on Nov. 2, 2016 in overtime. The Suns have dropped back-to-back contests and seven of their last 10. Take the Trail Blazers.

How do teams respond in their first game back from Mexico City? I have no idea, but I like the Blazers in this game simply because I think they're a better team overall, and they're the better-rested team heading into it. I'd have them as slight favorites, so if I can get them at a Pick'em, I'll take it.