After being moved to a reserve role due to some early-season struggles, Avdija has started 12 consecutive games for the Trail Blazers and appears to be locked into a role with the first unit at the moment.

Avdija recorded his seventh double-double of the season as the Trail Blazers picked up their second win in a row. Portland is just 15-28 on the season, however, leading many to believe they will be sellers at the deadline.

Deni Avdija scored 18 points and grabbed five rebounds as the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Charlotte Hornets 102 – 97 to capture their

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Portland’s future is a bit muddy due to the contrasts within their roster. Many expect the Blazers’ rebuild to go well because of their promising players.

Anfernee Simons poured in 12 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter and the visiting Portland Trail Blazers overcame early rough stretches to beat the short-handed Charlotte Hornets 102-97 on Friday.

NBA Mock Draft sees the Trail Blazers address their shooting woes while the Bulls search for a potential Nikola Vucevic replacement.

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Portland hosts Oklahoma City looking to extend its four-game win streak. Sunday's meeting is the first this season between the two squads. Portland is 4-4 again