Deni Avdija DVOA, Advanced Stats, & Fantasy Rankings

Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (thumb) has been listed as questionable for Wednesday's encounter with the Utah Jazz. A right thumb injury knocked Avdija out of the lineup for Sunday's contest against the San Antonio Spurs, and it could rob him of another game on Wednesday night. Matisse Thybulle replaced Avdija in the starting unit on Sunday, while Kris Murray received additional minutes off the bench. Although Murray was the more productive of the two, history has shown that neither player can be relied upon for consistent fantasy value.

Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (thumb) won't play on Sunday against the Spurs. The Trail Blazers are barely alive for the postseason. However, the team will need to figure out how to win on Sunday night without one of their top producers. To make matters worse, Jerami Grant (knee), Scoot Henderson (concussion), and Deandre Ayton (calf) are out, with Toumani Camara (ankle) and Anfernee Simons (forearm) still questionable. With that in mind, Shaedon Sharpe and Dalano Banton could be busier than usual, with Kris Murray, Matisse Thybulle, and Donovan Clingan potentially in line for bigger roles on the offensive end.

Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (quad) has been cleared and is ready to return ahead of Monday's game against the Golden State Warriors. Avdija is back in action following a two-game absence due to a quad injury. Before going down, Avdija was playing fairly well, including a 30-point triple-double against the Cleveland Cavaliers. His return will likely mean less playing time for Shaedon Sharpe and Kris Murray. Fantasy managers who have Avdija rostered can get him active in their lineups.