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Deni Avdija Deni Avdija has 22/4/7 line in loss to Hornets
Tue, Mar 10, 2026, 6:45 PM
Deni Avdija had 22 points (8-of-18 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), four rebounds, seven assists, one steal and two three-pointers in Tuesday's loss to the Hornets.
Analysis: Avdija returned from a back injury with 18 points in Sunday's win over the Pacers. The story was similar Tuesday against the Hornets as he had 22 points, though the Trail Blazers lost. Avdija played 34 minutes Tuesday after playing 25 on Sunday, which is certainly a positive development as he's now seemingly over his back injury. The Trail Blazers have two more games this week and Avdija should be available for both of them. |
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Deni Avdija Deni Avdija (back) records 18/5/8 line in return
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 5:44 PM
Deni Avdija (back) recorded 18 points (6-of-16 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), five rebounds, eight assists and three blocks in Sunday's win over the Pacers.
Analysis: Back in the Trail Blazers' lineup after a six-game absence, Avdija started and played 25 minutes on Sunday. Given the time off and how long his lower back injury has lingered, the Trail Blazers weren't going to take any risks with the All-Star wing. Avdija missed all four of his three-point attempts, but fantasy managers can work with the rebounds, assists and blocks. Portland's three-game Week 20 concludes with a back-to-back that extends into Week 21, so Avdija may be limited to two appearances. |
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Jrue Holiday Jrue Holiday posts 21 points, five three-pointers
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 5:44 PM
Jrue Holiday accounted for 21 points (7-of-10 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), three rebounds, three assists, one block and five three-pointers in Sunday's win over the Pacers.
Analysis: Holiday was one of three Trail Blazers to score at least 21 points in Sunday's victory, with Scoot Henderson and Jerami Grant being the others. The veteran guard shot 70 percent from the field against the Pacers, including 5-of-8 from beyond the arc. While the defensive production was limited, that isn't an issue for Holiday on most nights. |
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Jerami Grant Jerami Grant records four triples, four âstocks'
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 5:43 PM
Jerami Grant amassed 21 points (6-of-10 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), two rebounds, one assist, two steals, two blocks and four three-pointers in Sunday's win over the Pacers.
Analysis: Grant may not have done much in the rebound category, an unsurprising development for him, but he compensated for that with excellent production in other areas. The veteran forward has now scored at least 21 points in three straight and seven of his last eight games. Add in the three-pointers, steals and blocked shots, and Sunday was an excellent night to have Grant in fantasy lineups. |
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Scoot Henderson Scoot Henderson goes for season-high 28 points
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 5:43 PM
Scoot Henderson finished Sunday's win over the Pacers with 28 points (10-of-15 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), three rebounds, six assists, one steal, one block and three three-pointers.
Analysis: After struggling in two spot starts, Henderson returned to the bench on Sunday due to Deni Avdija's return from a back injury. And the shift to his usual role may have done Scoot some good. The third-year guard recorded his first 20-point game of the season, shooting nearly 67 percent from the field. Also notable about Henderson's complete stat line was his lack of turnovers. He didn't commit any in Sunday's victory, a major step in the right direction for the Trail Blazers guard. Portland plays three games in Week 20, starting with the Hornets on Tuesday. |
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Deni Avdija POR starts Holiday, Avdija, Camara, Grant, Clingan
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 2:44 PM
NBA Lineups
Jrue Holiday, Deni Avdija, Toumani Camara, Jerami Grant and Donovan Clingan will start Sunday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Avdija is back after missing Portland's last six games with a lower back injury. As a result, Scoot Henderson heads to the bench after struggling in two spot starts earlier this week. Kris Murray, who filled in for Avdija before missing the last two games, will also come off the bench. |
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Kris Murray Kris Murray (illness) upgraded to available
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 1:23 PM
Sean Highkin
Kris Murray (illness) is available for Sunday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Murray is back after missing Portland's last two games. With Deni Avdija (back) also available, Murray will come off the bench, eliminating what little fantasy value he possessed when starting in place of the All-Star playmaker. |
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Deni Avdija Deni Avdija (back) upgraded to available vs. IND
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 1:21 PM
Sean Highkin
Deni Avdija (back) is available for Sunday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: After a six-game absence with a lower back injury, Avdija is available to play. His return pushes Scoot Henderson, who struggled as a starter the last two games, to the bench. |
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Kris Murray Kris Murray (illness) questionable vs. Indiana
Sat, Mar 7, 2026, 1:54 PM
NBA Injury Report
Kris Murray (illness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Murray, who was starting in place of the injured Deni Avdija (back), has missed Portland's last two games. Scoot Henderson moved into the starting lineup but struggled in both games. |
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Deni Avdija Deni Avdija (back) questionable vs. Indiana
Sat, Mar 7, 2026, 1:52 PM
NBA Injury Report
Deni Avdija (back) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Avdija has missed Portland's last six games with a lower back injury. With Kris Murray (illness) also out, the Trail Blazers turned to Scoot Henderson to serve as the fifth starter, and he struggled in the team's last two games. If Murray can play and Avdija can't look for him to return to the starting five. |
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Jrue Holiday Jrue Holiday has 20 points, 10 assists in loss
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 4:49 PM
Jrue Holiday had 20 points (8-of-18 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), four rebounds, 10 assists, one steal and two three-pointers in Friday's loss to the Rockets.
Analysis: Holiday has now scored at least 20 points in five of his last six games. The 35-year-old point guard also has back-to-back double-doubles with 10 and 11 assists in his last two games. Holiday has provided sixth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Trail Blazers close out Week 19 against the Pacers on Sunday. |
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Kris Murray Kris Murray (illness) out Friday vs. Rockets
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 12:44 PM
Kris Murray (illness) is out for Friday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: Murray is set to miss his second game in a row with an illness. With Deni Avdija (back) also sidelined, Scoot Henderson should start again for the Trail Blazers. |
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Deni Avdija Deni Avdija (back) out Friday vs. Rockets
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 12:40 PM
Deni Avdija (back) is out for Friday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: Avdija is set to miss his sixth consecutive game as he continues to manage a lower back injury. Scoot Henderson should be in line for another start with Avdija and Kris Murray (illness) sidelined. |
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Kris Murray Kris Murray (illness) questionable vs. Houston
Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 12:15 PM
Trail Blazers PR
Kris Murray (illness) is questionable to play against the Rockets on Friday.
Analysis: Murray missed Wednesday's game against Memphis following an early exit on Sunday with this illness. Scoot Henderson entered the starting unit in place of Murray for that game and would likely be in line for another start if Murray remains sidelined. |
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Deni Avdija Deni Avdija (back) doubtful vs. Houston
Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 12:15 PM
Portland Trail Blazers
Deni Avdija (back) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: Avdija has missed Portland's last five games with a lower back injury, and appears likely to miss a sixth on Friday. Scoot Henderson moved into the starting lineup for Wednesday's win over the Grizzlies, as Portland was also without Kris Murray. If Murray returns, Scoot may be headed to the bench. |
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Scoot Henderson Scoot Henderson struggles in spot start vs. MEM
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 5:11 PM
Scoot Henderson finished Wednesday's win over the Grizzlies with eight points (3-of-11 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), one rebound, three assists, one steal and one three-pointer.
Analysis: With Deni Avdija and Kris Murray sidelined, Henderson made his second start of the season on Wednesday. Unfortunately, the third-year guard struggled offensively, shooting 1-of-6 from beyond the arc. The good news for fantasy managers is that he kept the turnovers in check, committing two. Fantasy managers in dynasty leagues will be watching Henderson closely over the final month of the regular season, especially with Damian Lillard's return in the cards for 2026-27. |
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Robert Williams Robert Williams III tallies 20 points, 11 boards
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 5:11 PM
Robert Williams III recorded 20 points (9-of-13 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), 11 rebounds, one steal and three blocks in Wednesday's win over the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Due to Donovan Clingan's second-quarter ejection, Williams' role took on added importance in Memphis. And the Time Lord was up to the task, scoring a season-high 20 points and recording his fourth double-double of the season. Williams has played 20 minutes or more in just five games this season, making him a challenging player to trust in most fantasy leagues. |
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Jerami Grant Jerami Grant records 30/8/4/1 line vs. Memphis
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 5:11 PM
Jerami Grant tallied 30 points (11-of-19 FGs, 5-of-9 FTs), eight rebounds, four assists, one steal and three three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Limited to four points on 1-of-9 shooting in Sunday's loss to the Hawks, Grant rebounded in a big way on Wednesday. Shooting well over 50 percent from the field, he recorded his fourth 30-point game of the season and first since December 14. Fantasy managers also received solid value in the rebound and assist categories, which don't always happen for Grant. |
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Jrue Holiday Jrue Holiday drops 35 points, 11 assists vs. MEM
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 5:10 PM
NBA
Jrue Holiday accounted for 35 points (13-of-19 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), five rebounds, 11 assists, one steal and eight three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Holiday and Jerami Grant put on a show in Memphis, combining for 65 points on 24-of-38 shooting from the field. The former finished with a season-high point total while also reaching double figures in assists for the fifth time. Since the All-Star break, Holiday has been close to a top-25 player in eight-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. The Trail Blazers play twice more in Week 19, starting with the Rockets on Friday. |
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Scoot Henderson POR starts Scoot, Jrue, Camara, Grant, Clingan
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 1:30 PM
NBA Lineups
Scoot Henderson, Jrue Holiday, Toumani Camara, Jerami Grant and Donovan Clingan will start Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: The Trail Blazers are once again without Deni Avdija, and his replacement in the starting lineup, Kris Murray, is also out. As a result, Henderson moves into the starting five, while Vit Krej?Ã will remain in his usual reserve role. |
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