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MARCH 24 • YOUTUBE

Deni Avdija records double-double in victory over Raptors

MARCH 24 • YOUTUBE

Leads way with double-double game Avdija ended with 22 points (8-19 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 3-6 FT), 13 rebounds, five assists and one steal over 36 minutes in Saturday's 112-109 win over Toronto.

Impact Avdija led all players in Saturday's contest in rebounds while handing out a handful of assists and pacing the Wizards in scoring in a well-rounded performance in a winning effort. Avdija recorded his seventh game of the year with 13 or more rebounds, adding at least 20 points in four of those outings. He has now tallied at least 20 points, 10 rebounds and five assists in four contests.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Posts well-rounded line in return Avdija (knee) recorded 17 points (7-14 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-3 FT), nine rebounds and five assists across 32 minutes in Thursday's 109-102 win over the Kings.

Impact Avdija's poor free-throw shooting and lack of contributions in the two defensive categories might have limited the overall impact of his final line, but he exceeded his season-long averages in points, three-pointers, rebounds and assists to pay dividends for those that included him in fantasy lineups in his return from a three-game absence. With the Wizards sitting at 12-58 and having little on the line over the final three-plus weeks of the season, Avdija could be in store for more time off down the stretch. When available to play, however, Avdija should continue to handle a 30-plus-minute role.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Media Availability: Brian Keefe, Kyle Kuzma, and Deni Avdija

MARCH 22 • YOUTUBE

Deni Avdija puts up 17 in win over Kings

MARCH 22 • YOUTUBE

Available for Thursday's game Avdija (knee) is available for Thursday's game against the Kings.

Impact Avdija was questionable for Thursday's matchup, but he'll put an end to his three-game absence. He's averaged 16.9 points, 8.6 rebounds and 2.9 assists in 34.1 minutes per game over seven appearances in March, but it's unclear whether he'll have any limitations during his first game back in action.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Sacramento Avdija (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game versus the Kings.

Impact Avdija is in danger of missing his fourth straight contest Thursday due to a right knee contusion. If Avdija is ruled out, Justin Champagnie, Patrick Baldwin and Johnny Davis will likely continue to receive increased playing time.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain out Tuesday Avdija (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Avdija is slated to miss a third straight game due to a right knee contusion. Marvin Bagley (back), Bilal Coulibaly (wrist), Tyus Jones (back) and Landry Shamet (calf) also remain out, but Kyle Kuzma (shoulder) isn't listed. Kuzma and Jordan Poole will presumably lead the shorthanded Wizards on Tuesday, while Avdija's next chance to suit up will come Thursday versus the Kings.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to out Avdija (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Celtics.

Impact As expected, Avdija has been downgraded from doubtful to out, joining Tyus Jones (back) and Landry Shamet (calf) as inactive. Kyle Kuzma (shoulder) and Bilal Coulibaly (wrist) are questionable, so Washington is in danger of being extremely shorthanded versus the best team in the NBA. Avdija's next chance to suit up will come Tuesday versus the Rockets.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to doubtful Avdija (knee) is doubtful for Sunday's game against Boston.

Impact Avdija appears on track to miss his second consecutive game due to a right knee bruise. He joins a lengthy list of injured Wizards on Sunday, including Tyus Jones (back) and Landry Shamet (calf) who are inactive, as well as Kyle Kuzma (shoulder) and Bilal Coulibaly (wrist), who are questionable.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch for Saturday Avdija is a late scratch for Saturday's game against the Bulls with a right knee contusion.

Impact The Wizards initially cleared Avdija to play, only to rule him out right before tipoff. With Avdija sidelined, the Wizards will start Corey Kispert in his place.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Avdija (knee) is available for Saturday's game versus the Bulls.

Impact Avdija has been upgraded from questionable to available Saturday despite dealing with a right knee contusion. Avdija is averaging 17.6 points, 8.8 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.2 steals in 35.6 minutes across his last five appearances.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Chicago Avdija (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Bulls.

Impact Avdija suffered a right knee contusion against the Rockets but appears to have avoided a serious injury. If the 22-year-old forward is unable to suit up Saturday, Johnny Davis and Corey Kispert are candidates to receive increased playing time.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing sore knee Avdija said after Thursday's 135-119 loss to the Rockets that he exited late in the fourth quarter of the game due to a sore left knee, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports. "I fee...

Impact Avdija left the game three seconds after he turned the ball over when he landed awkwardly on the foot of Rockets defender Fred VanVleet. The Wizards were trailing by 15 points with three minutes remaining in the fourth quarter at the time he exited, so Avdija's removal may have been precautionary more than anything else. The forward still saw a healthy workload in spite of the early exit, finishing with 24 points (10-13 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-5 FT), nine rebounds, five assists and three steals in 36 minutes. Avdija seemed confident that he avoided a serious issue Thursday, but he should still be viewed as questionable for Saturday's game in Chicago until the Wizards provide an update on his condition.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Just misses double-double Thursday Avdija chipped in 24 points (10-13 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-5 FT), nine rebounds, five assists and three steals across 36 minutes during Thursday's 135-119 loss to the Rockets.

Impact After scoring between 14 and 18 points over the prior seven games, Avdija broke through for his first 20-plus performance since the All-Star break. The fourth-year forward has four double-doubles during that stretch and narrowed missed adding another Thursday, and his breakout campaign shows no signs of slowing down significantly. Across 16 contests since the beginning of February, Avdija's averaging 18.7 points, 9.0 boards, 2.9 assists and 1.6 threes while shooting 53.6 percent from the floor and 40.3 percent from beyond the arc.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Deni Avdija scores 24 at Rockets

MARCH 15 • YOUTUBE

Records double-double Friday Avdija recorded 18 points (8-14 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-3 FT), 14 rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 35 minutes during Friday's 112-100 victory over the Hornets.

Impact Avdija has looked good in his return to action following a three-game absence due to a left heel contusion, scoring in double digits in each of his last five appearances and racking up three double-doubles in that span. Avdija is having a career-best season in his first year as a full-time starter, posting career-high numbers in points (13.8), rebounds (6.8) and assists (3.7) per game.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Media Availability: Brian Keefe, Deni Avdija, Kyle Kuzma, Corey Kispert

MARCH 9 • YOUTUBE

Deni Avdija records double-double in win over Hornets

MARCH 9 • YOUTUBE

Double-double in Utah Avdija logged 16 points (6-18 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists and one steal over 35 minutes during Monday's 127-115 loss to the Jazz.

Impact The double-double was the 10th of the season for Avdija, and his second in three games since returning from a heel injury. The fourth-year forward is finally developing into the player the Wizards were hoping to get when they selected him ninth overall in the 2020 Draft, and over 11 contests since the beginning of February, Avdija is averaging 19.2 points, 9.1 boards, 3.1 assists and 2.0 threes while shooting 51.7 percent from the floor and 45.8 percent (22-for-48) from long distance.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Posts 14 points in loss Avdija racked up 14 points (4-11 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds and five assists over 26 minutes during Friday's 140-115 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Avdija is dealing with a heel issue that caused him to miss three games, but he came off the injury report and played a second consecutive game with the ailment. Avdija was running hot prior to the All-Star break, and fantasy managers should expect an upward trend as he gets further away from the injury.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Friday Avdija (heel) will play in Friday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Avdija was carrying a questionable tag prior to this update due to a nagging heel issue, but he looked terrific Thursday with 15 points (5-10 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 15 rebounds, five assists and one steal in 43 minutes. Although Friday is the second leg of a back-to-back set, there's been no mention of any restrictions.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Back on injury report Avdija (heel) is questionable for Friday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Avdija returned to action Thursday following a two-game absence due to a left heel contusion and didn't face any restrictions, playing 43 minutes and grabbing 15 rebounds during an overtime loss to the Lakers. Given the hefty workload, it's not surprising to see Washington contemplating resting the forward for the second half of a back-to-back set.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Gets huge minutes in return Avdija (heel) played 43 minutes in Thursday's 134-131 overtime loss to the Lakers, finishing with 15 points (5-10 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 15 rebounds, five assists and one steal.

Impact Avdija had missed the Wizards' previous three games with a left heel contusion, but he faced no apparent restrictions in his return, as he played 40-plus minutes for the third time this season. The fourth-year forward wrapped up a tremendous February on a high note, as he finished the month with averages of 20.1 points, 9.3 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 2.2 three-pointers in 33.9 minutes over his nine appearances while shooting 55.9 percent from the field and 69 percent from the charity stripe.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

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