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POR • Forward • #8
about 9 hours ago
Avdija finished the regular season with another excellent game in the win over the Kings on Sunday. The 25-year-old power forward was just four rebounds shy of a triple-double. Avdija also had 25 points and five three-pointers. He finished the season in the top-80 in per game value and will lead Portland as they head into the Play-In tournament.
POR • Forward • #8
2 days ago
Towards the end of a season where he dealt with a back injury, Avdija is finishing strong with at least 26 points in each of his last five games. His 35 points were a game-high in the victory over the Clippers on Friday. Avdija provided eighth-round per game value this season, which could’ve been even better if not for his struggles with turnovers.
POR • Forward • #8
4 days ago
Scoring-wise, Avdija had a good night, finishing with a true shooting percentage of 63.7 percent. However, six turnovers countered the six assists, and that category has been an issue for him at times this season. Avdija has undoubtedly been one of the NBA’s most improved players, but with increased usage has come a sharp increase in turnovers. Heading into the final two games of the regular season, he is averaging a career-high 3.9 turnovers per game. Avdija will need to clean that up heading into the postseason.
POR • Forward • #8
6 days ago
Avdija secured a second straight 26-point outing on Monday. As usual, the free-throw line was his friend. However, he struggled from the field and gave the ball away four times. He’ll have a chance to land better production and more efficient scoring against the Spurs on Wednesday. The Trail Blazers are battling for seeding in the Western Conference Play-In Tournament. They are currently the ninth seed.
POR • Forward • #8
10 days ago
While he shot just 35 percent from the field on Thursday, Avdija recorded a complete stat line in the win over the Pelicans. He’s scored at least 20 points in four straight appearances, and 17 or more in 14 straight. As long as Avdija can keep the turnovers in check, he’ll provide excellent value, especially in category leagues. Unfortunately, the Trail Blazers are done for Week 23, so there’s no more value to be gained from Avdija this season.
POR • Forward • #8
12 days ago
Rough free throw shooting has limited Avdija’s value as of late, but he was able to have a productive night from there in this game while also recording his third double-double of the month. Avdija has enjoyed a breakout season, though he has certainly cooled off over the past two months. The back injury that has forced him to miss time is certainly a reason, and Portland will hope to have him at 100 percent for the postseason.
POR • Forward • #8
14 days ago
Avdija returned from a back injury earlier this month and his play has picked up as of late. The 25-year-old small forward has had at least 17 points in his last 12 consecutive games, a stretch where his team is 8-4. Turnovers continue to be the lone issue for Avdija as he’s had at least four turnovers in each of his last three games. The Trail Blazers only have two games upcoming in Week 23, starting with a matchup against the Clippers on Tuesday.
POR • Forward • #8
16 days ago
Avdjia did everything but make a three-pointer on Friday, helping compensate for another high-turnover night. The Trail Blazers’ playmaker was responsible for five turnovers against the Mavericks, and he’s been responsible for at least three in each of his last ten appearances. Given how much Avdija has the ball in his hands, the turnovers are somewhat understandable. And the task would become more difficult if Jerami Grant (calf) has to miss time.
POR • Forward • #8
18 days ago
Avdija and the Trail Blazers took care of business on Wednesday, scoring 71 first-half points and winning by a 130-99 final score. Due to the game being a blowout, he only played 25 minutes, a development that some fantasy managers won’t be pleased with. However, the points, assists and percentages were solid, so managers won’t have too much to complain about after Avdija’s showing against the Bucks.
POR • Forward • #8
20 days ago
Avdija’s struggles from beyond the arc continue, as he missed all three of his three-point attempts on Monday. Over his last six games, the Trail Blazers’ playmaker has shot 8-of-37. The good news for fantasy managers is that he’s still scored at least 18 points in all six games, surpassing 23 points in four. Avdija’s ability to get to the foul line has boosted the points output, preserving most of his fantasy value.
POR • Forward • #8
22 days ago
Having totaled 15 assists and 13 turnovers in his last three games, Avdija finished Week 21 on a high note, even if Portland took the loss. His 14 assists against the Nuggets were countered by three turnovers in one of his more efficient games since the All-Star break. Add in the points and rebounds, and this was an excellent performance from Avdija. The Trail Blazers play four games in Week 22, starting with the Nets on Monday.
POR • Forward • #8
23 days ago
While turnovers remain an issue for Avdija, who committed four on Friday, his scoring output has picked up recently. Since his most recent absence due to a lingering lower back injury, the Trail Blazers wing has scored at least 17 points in seven straight games. Over the past two weeks, Avdija has provided fourth-round value in eight-cat formats.
POR • Forward • #8
25 days ago
The Pacers had no answer for Avdija or Donovan Clingan on Wednesday, as they combined to score 60 of the Trail Blazers’ 125 points. For the former, this was his first 30-point game since a January 18 win over the Kings. Given the hit that Avdija’s production has taken since the back injury he suffered in mid-January, fantasy managers aren’t going to lose any sleep over his five turnovers against the Pacers.
POR • Forward • #8
27 days ago
Avdija didn’t have the best night shooting the basketball, going 4-of-13 from the field. However, he did provide solid value in other categories, most notably rebounds and assists. Since the All-Star break, he has been a top-75 player in eight-cat formats. A lingering back issue hasn’t helped, but Avdija has been active for each of the Trail Blazers’ last five games.
POR • Forward • #8
28 days ago
While Avdija did not have the cleanest game on Sunday, having recorded seven turnovers while shooting 7-of-19 from the field, the points, rebounds and assists were solid. Since injuring his back on January 11, the Trail Blazers’ wing has provided sixth-round value in eight-cat formats, but Deni has been limited to 12 games. Portland plays four games in Week 21, but Avdija could be limited to three because of a wraparound back-to-back to end the week.
POR • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Avdija returned from a back injury with 18 points in Sunday’s win over the Pacers. The story was similar Tuesday against the Hornets as he had 22 points, though the Trail Blazers lost. Avdija played 34 minutes Tuesday after playing 25 on Sunday, which is certainly a positive development as he’s now seemingly over his back injury. The Trail Blazers have two more games this week and Avdija should be available for both of them.
POR • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Back in the Trail Blazers’ lineup after a six-game absence, Avdija started and played 25 minutes on Sunday. Given the time off and how long his lower back injury has lingered, the Trail Blazers weren’t going to take any risks with the All-Star wing. Avdija missed all four of his three-point attempts, but fantasy managers can work with the rebounds, assists and blocks. Portland’s three-game Week 20 concludes with a back-to-back that extends into Week 21, so Avdija may be limited to two appearances.
POR • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Avdija is back after missing Portland’s last six games with a lower back injury. As a result, Scoot Henderson heads to the bench after struggling in two spot starts earlier this week. Kris Murray, who filled in for Avdija before missing the last two games, will also come off the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
POR • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
After a six-game absence with a lower back injury, Avdija is available to play. His return pushes Scoot Henderson, who struggled as a starter the last two games, to the bench.
Source: Sean Highkin
POR • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Avdija has missed Portland’s last six games with a lower back injury. With Kris Murray (illness) also out, the Trail Blazers turned to Scoot Henderson to serve as the fifth starter, and he struggled in the team’s last two games. If Murray can play and Avdija can’t look for him to return to the starting five.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Avdija is set to miss his sixth consecutive game as he continues to manage a lower back injury. Scoot Henderson should be in line for another start with Avdija and Kris Murray (illness) sidelined.
POR • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Avdija has missed Portland’s last five games with a lower back injury, and appears likely to miss a sixth on Friday. Scoot Henderson moved into the starting lineup for Wednesday’s win over the Grizzlies, as Portland was also without Kris Murray. If Murray returns, Scoot may be headed to the bench.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Avdija remains out for another game. And with Kris Murray also out, Vit Krejčí or Scoot Henderson may be the replacement in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Avdija has missed the last four games for Portland, but he could return to take on Memphis. Kris Murray, who is also questionable due to an illness, has been starting in place of Avdija. Vit Krejčí started the second half of Sunday’s game following Murray’s early exit, and he could start against Memphis if both Avdija and Murray remain out.
Source: Trail Blazers PR
POR • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Sunday’s game will be the fourth that Avdija has missed with a lower back injury. Kris Murray has started the last three games and should hold onto that role for Portland’s final game of Week 18.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Avdija has missed Portland’s last two games and appears likely to miss a third. Kris Murray has been the replacement in the starting lineup and should retain that role on Saturday. Whether Scoot Henderson starts depends on the availability of Donovan Clingan, as Portland went without a center for Thursday’s win over the Bulls.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
After aggravating his lower back injury during Sunday’s win over the Suns, Avdija did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Timberwolves. He’ll miss a second consecutive game on Thursday, which likely means another start for Kris Murray. In 29 minutes, Murray shot 7-of-10 from the field and finished with 16 points, five rebounds, one assist, two blocks and two three-pointers. He would only be worth a look in extremely deep leagues.
POR • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
Avdija left Sunday’s game against the Suns after one minute of play due to his lower back flaring up. The 25-year-old small forward has understandably been ruled out of Tuesday’s game against the Timberwolves for lower back injury management reasons. Scoot Henderson should see more minutes and usage with Avdija sidelined.
POR • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
Avdjia played about a minute of Sunday’s game before his lower back flared up, with the All-Star wing asking to be subbed out immediately. He was replaced in the lineup by Scoot Henderson, who will take on more playmaking responsibilities in Avdija’s absence.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers.