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Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija is questionable to play against the Boston Celtics on the road Monday night due to a lower back strain, the organization announced.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / January 24

Blazers shot 4-for-26 in the first quarter against Toronto and their 9-2 January came to a halt

The Portland Trail Blazers lost to the Toronto Raptors 110-98, ending a stretch where they’d gone 9-2 in January. Without Deni Avdija, the Blazers dug themselves a first-quarter hole they couldn’t climb out of.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / January 24

Wizards President Stands Firm On 2024 Trade: ‘Not A Mistake’

The Washington Wizards have finally begun turning a corner into a new era of competitive basketball. Several trades, drafts, and signings after their last playoff appearance, Washington finally can see the light at the end of the tunnel.

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Portland Trail Blazers News / Last Word On Sports / January 24

The Portland Trail Blazers’ Future Continues To Be Promising

The Portland Trail Blazers’ future is promising with the current core. With Shaedon Sharpe‘s potential and Deni Avdija‘s breakout, this team is still improving.

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Deni Avdija News / Washington Wizards on SI / January 24

Wizards Executive Doesn't Think Deni Avdija Trade Was a Mistake

With the Washington Wizards beginning to take the proper steps to exit their rebuild and enter a stage of playoff contention in the near future, many fans and members of the media have begun to reminisce and think back on moves that were made that could be considered mistakes.

Deni Avdija News / Field Level Media / January 23

Blazers F Deni Avdija (back) sidelined vs. Raptors

Standout Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija is sitting out Portland's Friday night game against the visiting Toronto Raptors due to back tightness. Avdija exited the Blazers' 127-110 victory over the Miami Heat on Thursday less than two minutes into the second half due to back stiffness.

NBA News / Blazer's Edge / January 23

Wizards Explain that Deni Avdija Was Too Old to Keep

NBA trades come in many shapes and forms. Some go better than others. One of the most lopsided trades in recent memory came in July, 2024 when the Washington Wizards traded forward Deni Avdija to the Portland Trail Blazers for veteran guard Malcolm Brogdon, a couple of second-round picks, and a 2029 first-rounder.

Deni Avdija News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / January 23

Blazers' Deni Avdija Comments on Underpaying Contract Amid All-Star Season

Deni Avdija knows he's underpaid in the NBA. Despite averaging 26.2 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 6.9 assists per game, Avdija will make $14.38 million during the 2025-26 season.

Deni Avdija News / Field Level Media / January 23

Surging Blazers likely to have Deni Avdija active vs. Raptors

The Portland Trail Blazers expect their star attraction to suit up and play when they host the Toronto Raptors on Friday night. All-Star candidate Deni Avdija left with back soreness during the third quarter of Thursday's 127-110 home win over the Miami Heat.

NBA News / Blazer's Edge / January 23

Blazers Show Off New Wrinkles, Beating Heat

The Portland Trail Blazers used a big second half run to defeat the cold-shooting Miami Heat 127-110 at the Moda Center on Thursday night. The Blazers

NBA News / Blazer's Edge / January 23

Blazers Turn Up the Heat at the Three-Point Arc

The Portland Trail Blazers toppled the Miami Heat 123-107 Thursday evening after riding a strong third quarter into a fourth quarter with Portland keeping Miami at arms’ length throughout.

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Trail Blazers F Deni Avdija (back) ruled out vs. Heat

Portland Trail Blazers standout forward Deni Avdija exited Thursday night's game against the visiting Miami Heat with back soreness early in the third quarter and didn't return.

Portland Trail Blazers News / EssentiallySports / January 22

Israeli NBA Star Deni Avdija Slams Ignorant Hate, Defends His Identity

Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija has drawn increasing attention this season, both for his growing role on the court and for his willingness to speak candidly off it.

Deni Avdija News / Total Pro Sports / January 21

Trail Blazers’ Deni Avdija Fires Back at Online Hate With a Blunt Message

For Deni Avdija, this season has been about growth, confidence, and consistency on the court. He recently brushed aside concerns over a lower back issue, assuring Trail Blazers fans he is fine, while off the hardwood, online hate tied to his nationality continued to follow him.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Wire / January 21

Blazers Notes: Deni Avdija, Scoot Henderson, Tiago Splitter

Deni Avdija is playing the best basketball of his career, and he knows exactly what people are saying about that contract. The sixth-year forward is posting career highs across the board, checking in at 26.2 points and 6.9 assists per game, and doing it with confidence that jumps off the screen.

Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA Analysis Network / January 20

Deni Avdija shines in return for Trail Blazers but misses out on All-Star starter selection

Deni Avdija made an emphatic return for the Portland Trail Blazers, scoring 30 points with eight rebounds and eight assists in a win over the Sacramento Kings — yet his breakout campaign still wasn’t enough to earn him a starting spot in the 2026 NBA All-Star Game.

Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / January 19

NBA Notes: Rockets, Kevin Durant, Blazers, Deni Avdija, Sixers

Houston is almost exactly where the projections said they would be, and that is part of the reason the grade lands here. That would be a B-plus, according to ESPN’s latest midseason rankings.

NBA News / The SportsRush / January 18

LeBron James Endorses Deni Avdija for All-Star Yet Again

Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija might have missed his third straight game on Saturday, but he still went home with some high praise from Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / January 17

LeBron James Praises Trail Blazers’ Deni Avdija’s Improvement

The Los Angeles Lakers have to be pleased with LeBron James’ production in Year 23, though the team remains in a bit of a funk. The Lakers have struggled this past week, with their most recent loss coming against the Charlotte Hornets.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Field Level Media / January 16

Trail Blazers star Deni Avdija (back) could miss third straight game

Portland Trail Blazers star Deni Avdija played in each of the team's first 40 games but is now in jeopardy of missing his third straight contest due to a lower-back strain.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Athlon Sports / January 12

Trail Blazers Announce Deni Avdija News on Monday

The Portland Trail Blazers have been playing better basketball as of late, looking more competitive as their rebuild begins to take shape. A huge reason for their improved play has been the emergence of small forward Deni Avdija, who has taken a massive step forward in his sixth NBA season.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Total Pro Sports / January 12

Deni Avdija Brushes Off Scary Back Injury With Confident Message After Game

The Portland Trail Blazers feel utterly frustrated by the way their season is unfolding. With 19 wins and 21 losses, the team is trying hard to get itself into playoff contention.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Rumors / January 12

Deni Avdija Leaves Game With Lower Back Injury

Trail Blazers star Deni Avdija was forced out of Sunday’s game after hurting his back late in the fourth quarter, writes Joe Freeman of The Oregonian. Avdija told reporters it’s “nothing major,” adding, “I’m not really concerned,” but he was visibly in pain in the locker room, Freeman observes.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / January 12