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. He didn't return.

Avdija has now missed four of Portland's past six games due to back injuries. He played in each of the team's first 40 contests.

Trail Blazers interim coach Tiago Splitter said...