"How will it work?": Avdija's dramatic conversation about the future in Portland

Deni Avdija spoke with his coach Mike Nori after the Ja Morant trade and expressed concerns about his status. Nori reassured him, and the results on the court have been impressive: Portland holds a 5-1 record, with Avdija leading the scorers at 23.8 points per game. Lillard and Morant have backed him up.

Deni Avdija, star of the Portland Trail Blazers, revealed in a conversation with coach Mike Nori his concerns about his status following the major trade of Ja Morant. Nori reassured him and promised him greater efficiency. The results on the court have been impressive: Portland opened the season with a 5-1 record, and Avdija leads the team in scoring with 23.8 points per game, with significant improvement in shooting percentages and turnovers. His teammates, Damian Lillard and Ja Morant, have given him exceptional support and urged him to lead.