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Deni Avdija Out with Back Soreness; Trail Blazers Struggle

1/13/2026

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Deni Avdija of the Portland Trail Blazers is ruled out for Tuesday's game vs. Golden State Warriors with back soreness.
The injury occurred during a recent game against the New York Knicks.
Avdija averages 26.1 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 7.0 assists this season, making this his first missed game.
All-Star Jrue Holiday returned but is on a minutes restriction, with the team having 11 players missing 219 games this season.

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Deni Avdija of the Portland Trail Blazers is ruled out for Tuesday's game vs. Golden State Warriors with back soreness.
The injury occurred during a recent game against the New York Knicks.
Avdija averages 26.1 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 7.0 assists this season, making this his first missed game.
All-Star Jrue Holiday returned but is on a minutes restriction, with the team having 11 players missing 219 games this season.