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Jha Morant Trade Raises Concerns Over Deni Avdija’s Role With Portland Trail Blazers
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First reported by Walla · 16 hours ago
What happened
The Portland Trail Blazers’ acquisition of Jha Morant has raised concerns among analysts about Israeli player Deni Avdija’s diminished ball-handling role, with experts fearing he may revert to a secondary position similar to his time in Washington. They warn this could hinder Avdija’s development despite the team’s young talent retention strategy.
- 01Portland Trail Blazers traded for Jha Morant on June 29, 2026, shaking the NBA.
- 02Analysts Sam Vesney and Bryce Simon criticized the trade, worried about Deni Avdija’s future role.
- 03Vesney doubts the Blazers will trade young talent like Avdija but expects Jrue Holiday to be moved.
- 04Simon stressed Avdija must keep ball-handling duties to avoid repeating his off-ball Washington role.
- 05Simon believes Avdija will be the second option behind Morant, which may limit his growth.
- 06Concerns focus on balancing Morant’s arrival with maximizing Avdija’s potential in Portland.
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Full coverage · 5 outlets
The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.
MakoCenter · Hebrew2 hours ago
Jha Morant Trade Raises Concerns Over Deni Avdija’s Role With Portland Trail Blazers
N12Center · Hebrew2 hours ago
Portland Trail Blazers Plan New Roles for Jha Morant and Deni Avdija in Backcourt
MakoCenter · Hebrew2 hours ago
Portland Trail Blazers Plan New Roles for Jha Morant and Deni Avdija in Upcoming NBA Season
WallaCenter · Hebrew2 hours ago
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MakoCenter · Hebrew3 hours ago
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WallaCenter · Hebrew8 hours ago
NBA Analyst Says Ja Morant Trade to Portland Will Impact Danny Avdija's Role
MakoCenter · Hebrew9 hours ago
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N12Center · Hebrew9 hours ago
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MakoCenter · Hebrew9 hours ago
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N12Center · Hebrew9 hours ago
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MakoCenter · Hebrew16 hours ago
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N12Center · Hebrew16 hours ago
Portland Trail Blazers Acquire Ja Morant in Major NBA Trade Ahead of 2026-27 Season
MakoCenter · Hebrew16 hours ago
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MakoCenter · Hebrew16 hours ago
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