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On YouTubePortland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / December 10
Avdija’s Star Leap Continues to Get Recognition 
Deni Avdija and the Portland Trail Blazers were a hot topic of conversation on the latest episode of The Ringer NBA Show’s Group Chat podcast. At around the 18:00 mark of the show, co-hosts Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / December 9
Is Deni Avdija Portland’s Next All-Star?
Yes. …okay, but seriously, the Portland Trail Blazers might have Deni Avdija on the best non-rookie contract in the NBA, and his 26 points, 7 boards, and 6 assists a game look an AWFUL like All-Star stats.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / December 9
Video shows Ja Morant confronting Deni Avdija during a timeout
Ja Morant (predictably) wanted the smoke during his team’s game earlier this week. On Sunday, the Memphis Grizzlies faced off against the Portland Trail Blazers.
The 'Active NBA PPG leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to average at least 20 points-per-game can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Bleacher Report / December 8
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / December 7
The need for quick defensive rotations on Avdija against Portland
The Portland Trail Blazers’ better-than-anticipated start fizzled after the first eight games. Being low on bodies has compromised them, but it still takes a fight to put them down.
Deni Avdija News / Yardbarker / December 4
Blazers' Deni Avdija continues All-Star season in win over Cavaliers
Portland's forward had 27 points, eight rebounds and seven assists and shot 16-of-17 from the foul line.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Field Level Media / December 3
Deni Avdija, Blazers snap three-game losing streak at Cavs' expense
Deni Avdija posted 27 points, eight rebounds and seven assists while Caleb Love scored 20 points off the bench as the visiting Portland Trail Blazers never trailed in the second half of a 122-110 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / December 3
Avdija Named Most Improved Player in The Ringer’s Quarter-Season Awards
The national basketball media continues to take notice of Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija’s play. In his NBA First-Quarter Awards, The Ringer’s
Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / December 2
Avdija, Camara Outdo Themselves in Toronto
The Portland Trail Blazers fell short of a comeback in a 121-118 loss to the Toronto Raptors. Portland was led by some strong play by Deni Avdija, Shaedon Sharpe and Toumani Camara who finished with 25 points, 23 points and 21 points respectively.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / December 2
Avdija Nominated For Player of the Month
Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija was nominated for Western Conference Player of the Month honors for the time period of October and November, the league announced today.
Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / December 2
Zach Edey an undervalued longshot for NBA awards if he can overcome key factor
Because he opened the season on the injured list, Zach Edey didn’t get much love in one of the two NBA Awards betting markets where he can potentially play a large role.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / December 1
Deni Avdija Makes Special Blazers History Despite Loss to Thunder
The Portland Trail Blazers were on the brink of doing something just one other team has done this season when they entered the fourth quarter with a two-point lead over the one-loss defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 30
Blazers star Deni Avdija’s extremely rare feat wasted in loss to Thunder
Deni Avdija had a career night that unfortunately went to waste in the Portland Trail Blazers’ matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday night.
NBA News / Yardbarker / November 30
These five NBA players have officially arrived as stars
Let’s take a look at our NBA All-Breakout team at the quarter point of the 2025-26 season.
Deni Avdija News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / November 29
Deni Avdija Gets Honest About Blazers' NBA Cup Elimination
Portland Trail Blazers star Deni Avdija addressed the team's NBA Cup elimination after losing to the San Antonio Spurs 115-102 on Wednesday. The Blazers had a chance to clinch Group C in the Western Conference bracket with a win, but fell short.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Wire / November 28
NBA Notes: Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards, Blazers, Deni Avdija, Heat
Donte DiVincenzo may be the starter on paper, but head coach Chris Finch says the Timberwolves’ real point guard is Anthony Edwards. Edwards is, after all, the one steering the ship, Finch said via Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / November 22
NBA Notes: Blazers, Deni Avdija, Suns, Devin Booker, Spurs
ESPN’s Tim Bontemps writes that Portland’s draft-night move in 2024 to acquire Deni Avdija for multiple first-rounders confused plenty of executives at the time.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Total Apex Sports / November 22
Avdija, Clingan, and Trail Blazers Stun Warriors in Thrilling Upset 127-123
In a night that was supposed to be a nostalgic celebration for the Golden State Warriors, the young and hungry Portland Trail Blazers crashed the party.
Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 17
Deni Avdija apologizes for one of the worst game-winning attempts you’ll ever see
The Portland Trail Blazers have a real ace in Deni Avdija. Currently, he is averaging 26.0 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 4.8 assists per game. However, he came up woefully short when the game was on the line against the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / November 16
NBA Notes: Trail Blazers, Deni Avdija, Thunder, Ajay Mitchell, Nuggets
The Trail Blazers held a players-only meeting after Friday’s 24-point loss in Houston, per Joe Freeman of The Oregonian. It was their first truly lopsided defeat of the season, and the group wanted to get in front of it.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / November 13
Blazers’ Deni Avdija Sets Epic Scoring Streak After Win vs Pelicans
The Portland Trail Blazers have put together a solid start to the 2025-26 season, largely in part to the efforts of forward Deni Avdija. Avdija has scored 25 or more points in his last five games, marking the longest streak of his career.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / November 11
Is Blazers Forward Already Graduating to 'Superstar' Status?
While the season is young, Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija is playing at a different level in his sixth season in the NBA. Avdija has led the Trail Blazers to a 5-5 record — despite the team's head coach Chauncey Billups' arrest for illegal gambling activities — and is blowing away his previous career averages in points per game.
The '2024-25 NBA double-double leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA players to record 10 or more double-doubles in the 2024-25 NBA seasons can you name in six minutes?
Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Rumors / October 19
Trail Blazers, Shaedon Sharpe agree to massive contract extension
The Portland Trail Blazers have come to terms on a four-year, $90M extension with shooting guard Shaedon Sharpe.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 2
Five EuroBasket stars who could have a breakout year in the NBA
Alongside established stars like Luka Doncic and Nikola Jokic, the tournament also has a handful of lesser-known players on the radar. They may not dominate headlines yet, but their performances overseas show they’re ready to push for a bigger role in the NBA.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Yardbarker / August 31
Trail Blazers star sends France to upset loss at EuroBasket
Deni Avdija was one of the NBA's most improved players in his first season with the Trail Blazers. After leading Israel to an upset win at EuroBasket, Avdija is showing his breakthrough season was no fluke.
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