Avdija (thumb) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Lakers.
As expected, Avdija has been downgraded from doubtful to out and will miss a fourth straight game to end the campaign. He'll finish with career-high averages across the board, but he really took his game to the next level in mid-March, averaging 26.8 points, 11.2 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 1.2 steals in 36.5 minutes over his final 13 appearances during the 2024-25 campaign.
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Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija: Ruled out Friday
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Avdija (thumb) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Warriors, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.
As expected, Avdija has been downgraded from doubtful to out and will miss a third straight game due to a right thumb sprain. Matisse Thybulle continues to start in Avdija's absence. It's unclear if Avdija will be able to suit up for the regular-season finale against the Lakers on Sunday.
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Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija: Unlikely to go Friday
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Avdija (thumb) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Warriors.
Avdija appears in line to miss his third consecutive matchup due to a right thumb sprain. Expect an official word from Portland on Avdija's status closer to Friday's tipoff.
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Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija: Won't play Wednesday
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Avdija (thumb) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Jazz.
Avdija will miss a second straight game due to a sprained right thumb. Kris Murray and Jabari Walker will likely get more minutes on the floor in Utah on Wednesday.
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Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija: Ruled out Sunday
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Avdija (thumb) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Spurs, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.
Avdija will miss his first outing since March 9 due to a sprained right thumb. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against the Jazz. The 24-year-old forward has been stellar of late, averaging 30.4 points, 11.4 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 1.6 steals across 35.8 minutes per contest. Kris Murray and Jabari Walker are candidates for a bump in minutes due to Avdija being sidelined.
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Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija: Questionable to play Sunday
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Avdija is questionable for Sunday's game against the Spurs due to a right thumb sprain.
Avdija is coming off one of his best outings of the season Friday after notching 37 points in a 118-113 loss to the Bulls, and the forward, who's been one of the best players for Portland all season long, has recorded at least 30 points in three of his last four games. The questionable tag suggests a decision on his status will be made closer to Sunday's 6 p.m. ET tipoff.
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Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija: Pours in season-high 37 in loss
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Avdija posted a game-high 37 points (12-25 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 11-14 FT), 11 rebounds and five assists in 35 minutes during Friday's 118-113 loss to Chicago.
It's the third time in the last four games Avdija has topped 30 points and the seventh time in 16 appearances since the beginning of March, with Friday's effort representing his best offensive performance of the season. The ninth overall pick in the 2020 Draft is blossoming in Portland -- over that 16-game stretch, Avdija is averaging 24.9 points, 10.6 boards, 5.5 assists, 2.8 threes and 1.0 steals while shooting 50.8 percent from the floor and 43.1 percent from beyond the arc.
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Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija: Late addition to report Friday
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Avdija (thumb) is questionable for Friday's game against the Bulls.
Avdija was a late addition to the injury report and could miss the second half of the club's back-to-back set due to right thumb soreness. The 24-year-old forward has been spectacular of late, averaging 25.0 points, 10.3 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 1.4 steals across 35.8 minutes per game in his last 10 outings. If Avdija is sidelined against Chicago, Kris Murray and Jabari Walker are candidates for an uptick in playing time.
Avdija chipped in 26 points (10-20 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 15 rebounds, six assists, two blocks and two steals across 33 minutes during Thursday's 112-103 win over Toronto.
Avdija followed his 32-point triple-double Tuesday with another dominant performance Thursday, leading both teams in rebounds (including seven on the offensive side of the floor) while finishing as the game's second-leading scorer behind Shaedon Sharpe (36). Avdija has averaged 26.4 points on 51.1 percent shooting, 11.2 rebounds, 5.8 assists and 1.8 steals over 36.4 minutes per game over his last five outings.
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Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija: Shines in 32-point triple-double
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Avdija tallied 32 points (11-21 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 15 rebounds, 10 assists and two steals over 38 minutes in Tuesday's 127-113 win over Atlanta.
Avdija did it all for Portland in Tuesday's contest, leading all players in rebounds and assists while finishing as one of two players with 30 or more points in an impressive triple-double. Avdija posted his second triple-double of the season, last doing so March 2. He has now handed out 10 or more assists in two outings, has hauled in 15 or more boards on four occasions and has surpassed the 30-point mark in seven contests.
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Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija: Surpasses 30 points as top scorer
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Avdija notched 33 points (14-25 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and three steals over 41 minutes in Sunday's 110-93 loss to the Knicks.
Avdija shined on both ends of the floor in Sunday's contest, leading all Portland players in scoring, shots made and steals while handing out a team-high-tying assist total in a well-rounded performance. Avdija surpassed the 30-point mark for the sixth time this season and has now recorded at least three steals in five outings.
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Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija: Leads Portland in loss
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Avdija totaled 24 points (7-11 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 6-7 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and one steal across 32 minutes during Thursday's 128-107 loss to the Kings.
Avdija led the Trail Blazers in scoring and rebounding Thursday, marking his 16th outing with at least 20 points. The 24-year-old has seen increased usage due to Jerami Grant (knee) and Deandre Ayton (calf) being sidelined, and Avdija has scored at least 15 points in nine consecutive outings. The fifth-year forward is averaging 23.2 points, 10.3 rebounds and 4.9 assists across 35.1 minutes per contest in his last 10 appearances.
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Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija: Plays well in loss
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Avdija closed Tuesday's 122-111 loss to Cleveland with 17 points (6-17 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 2-6 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists and one steal in 38 minutes.
Avdija now has 14 double-doubles to his name this season. This was also his 12th game with at least six dimes. He's had a very strong month, posting averages of 23.0 points, 10.2 rebounds, 5.4 assists, 0.5 blocks, 0.7 steals and 2.8 three-pointers over his last 10 games.
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Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija: Records double-double
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Avdija closed with 17 points (6-16 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists and one steal in 38 minutes during Sunday's 129-116 loss to the Celtics.
Shaedon Sharpe was the leading scorer for the Blazers in this game, but Avdija was impressive as well and recorded his fourth double-double across his last seven games. He's done a good job of handling a more significant role on offense in recent weeks, and the former first-round pick is averaging a robust 25.6 points, 11.1 rebounds and 5.4 assists per game over that seven-game stretch.
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Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija: Pours in season-high 36 in win
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Avdija recorded 36 points (12-16 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 8-9 FT), eight rebounds, seven assists, one block and three steals over 38 minutes during Friday's 128-109 victory over the Nuggets.
The 36 points were a season high for Avdija, who is having a breakout March for the Blazers. Over nine appearances this month, the fifth-year forward has scored at least 30 points four times, averaging 23.7 points, 10.1 boards, 5.6 assists, 2.9 threes and 1.3 combined steals and blocks while shooting 52.8 percent from the floor and 50.0 percent from beyond the arc. That production has come while Jerami Grant (knee) and Deandre Ayton (calf) have been sidelined, but Avdija may be playing well enough to retain elevated usage even after the Portland frontcourt gets healthier.
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Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija: Explodes for huge line in win
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Avdija registered 31 points (9-18 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 8-9 FT), 16 rebounds, eight assists and two blocks across 39 minutes during Wednesday's 115-99 win over Memphis.
Avdija shined in a convincing victory over the Grizzlies, and the surprise win is an encouraging sign for a squad trying to claw its way into the playoffs. Avdija and three other starters all scored in double-digits, and even Shaedon Sharpe, who usually sees lower numbers when Avdija takes over a game, scored 17 points. When healthy, Avdija often finishes as the team's top producer, and the team's playoff odds will increase if he continues to play at a high level.
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Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija: Posts massive line
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Avdija finished with 34 points (11-15 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 7-7 FT), 16 rebounds, six assists and two steals over 41 minutes during Monday's 130-120 loss to the Warriors.
Avdija returned to the court from a two-game absence due to a bruised left quad in style, posting the second-highest scoring mark of his career. His 16 rebounds were also the second-highest mark of his career. The Trail Blazers are shorthanded and Jerami Grant is now battling a knee injury, meaning more usage could continue to go in Avdija's direction.
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Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija: Iffy for Monday
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Avdija (quadriceps) is questionable for Monday's game against the Warriors.
Avdija, who has missed the past two games for Portland, remains day-to-day. If he's unable to return, Jabari Walker and Kris Murray could be asked to step up, especially with Jerami Grant (knee) listed as doubtful.
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Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija: Won't play Sunday vs. Detroit
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Avdija (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pistons, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.
Avdija will miss a second consecutive game due to a left quad contusion, and his next opportunity to see the floor will be Monday against the Warriors. Kris Murray and Jabari Walker (hand) should continue to see more playing time off the bench due to the absence of Avdija.
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Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija: Questionable for Sunday
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Avdija (quadriceps) has been listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Pistons.
Avdija missed Friday's game against the Thunder and might not be ready to play Sunday against Detroit. If the veteran forward can't play Sunday, Kris Murray and Jabari Walker (hand) are candidates for more time on the floor for Portland against the Pistons.
