Portland Trail Blazers Get Concerning Deni Avdija Injury News Before Opener

After a heady summer, a new season full of uncertainty is at the Trail Blazers’ doorstep

Portland’s Wednesday night match against Phoenix is the first of the 2026-27 NBA season.

A surprise name lands on Trail Blazers’ injury report for season opener

A surprise name surfaced Tuesday afternoon on the Portland Trail Blazers’ injury report:

Portland Trail Blazers Get Concerning Deni Avdija Injury News Before Opener

The Portland Trail Blazers could be without Deni Avdija for their season opener against the Phoenix Suns after the star forward appeared on the injury report.

Deni Avdija's injury status becomes key story ahead of Phoenix Suns vs. Portland Trail Blazers - Burn City Sports Phoenix Sports

PORTLAND — The Phoenix Suns have a relatively healthy injury report ahead of their first game of the 2026-27 season, while the Portland Trail Blazers could be without one of their most important players to start the year. Suns guard Luke Kennard was listed as questionable with left knee tendinopathy, but following Tuesday’s practice, Phoenix […]