Deni Avdija scored a season-best 30 points and collected nine rebounds and the Portland Trail Blazers spoiled Damian ...

The team is firmly in rebuild mode, but they have bright spots. One of those promising players is Deni Avdija, the forward they acquired in an offseason trade with the Washington Wizards.

Avdija put together his best showing of the season Sunday, leading all Portland players in scoring and assists while ending two rebounds shy of the double-digit mark in an all-around showcase. Avdija ...