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Danny Avdija Faces New Role Challenges as Portland Trail Blazers Reshape Roster
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First reported by Mako · 13 minutes ago
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Israeli NBA player Danny Avdija faces a new challenge as Portland Trail Blazers add stars Ja Morant and Damian Lillard, requiring him to share ball-handling duties. Despite this, Avdija remains highly valued for his breakout 2025/26 season and ranks as one of the NBA’s best contract bargains under $20 million.
- 01Danny Avdija must share ball-handling with Ja Morant and Damian Lillard on Portland Trail Blazers.
- 02Portland’s new coach Mikea Nurie plans a slower, more varied offense for the 2026/27 season.
- 03Avdija ranked second among NBA players under $20 million for contract value by Basketball Plus.
- 04He averaged 24.2 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 6.7 assists in 2025/26, earning his first All-Star selection.
- 05Avdija’s $13.125 million salary for 2026/27 is considered one of the NBA’s best values.
- 06Portland aims not just to reach playoffs but to excel, creating a tougher environment for Avdija’s dominance.
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