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Deni Avdija records double-double at Lakers

MARCH 1 • YOUTUBE

Deni Avdija drivin' to the basket against the Lakers 🚗

MARCH 1 • YOUTUBE

Cleared to suit up Avdija (heel) is available for Thursday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Avdija has missed the last three games due to a left heel contusion, but he'll be able to return to action against the Lakers. Over eight appearances in February, he's averaged 20.8 points, 8.6 rebounds and 2.8 assists in 32.8 minutes per game, but it's unclear whether the Wizards will monitor his workload Thursday.

FEBRUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Lakers Avdija (heel) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game versus the Lakers.

Impact Avdija is in danger of missing his fourth straight contest Thursday due to a left heel contusion. Corey Kispert will likely continue to start if Avdija is ruled out against Los Angeles.

FEBRUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday Avdija (heel) will not play Tuesday versus Golden State.

Impact Avdija's next opportunity to take the court comes Thursday versus the Lakers. Washington's rotation is in flux at the moment, with Bilal Coulibaly (pelvis) already ruled out while Corey Kispert (illness) and Landry Shamet (neck) are questionable for Tuesday's contest.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Tuesday Avdija (heel) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Warriors, Chase Hughes of Monumental Sports Network reports.

Impact Avdija has missed the last two games due to a heel injury, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be available Tuesday. If he sits out once again, Landry Shamet (neck) is a candidate to retain a starting role, while Johnny Davis and Jordan Poole could also see increased work.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Absence to continue Sunday Avdija (heel) is out for Sunday's game against Cleveland.

Impact Avdija will miss his second consecutive game due to a left heel contusion. Landry Shamet is a candidate to draw another start in his stead. Avdija's multi-game absence comes as the fourth-year forward is amid a booming February, posting five games with 20-plus points.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play Sunday Avdija (heel) is questionable to play Sunday against the Cavaliers.

Impact Avdija was a late scratch shortly before Friday's game against the Thunder, so the questionable tag is not surprising here. He's been a regular starter for the Wizards all season long, and if the can't go Sunday, then the likes of Corey Kispert and Bilal Coulibaly could be in line for a more significant role.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Friday Avdija is a late scratch for Friday's matchup with the Thunder due to a left heel contusion.

Impact This news comes less than an hour before tipoff in Oklahoma City. It is unclear when the injury occurred or who will be replacing Avdija in the starting lineup. The forward's next chance to suit up will come Sunday versus the Cavaliers.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Avdija leads Washington against Denver after 43-point outing

Washington plays the Denver Nuggets after Deni Avdija scored 43 points in the Wizards' 133-126 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans

FEBRUARY 21 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Career night in New Orleans Avdija closed Wednesday's 133-126 loss to the Pelicans with 43 points (13-24 FG, 6-10 3Pt, 11-13 FT), 15 rebounds, three assists and one block across 40 minutes.

Impact The fourth-year forward just tied his prior career high of 25 points Monday against the Mavericks, but Avdija smashed through that mark in the third quarter Wednesday. The 15 boards also tied his season high, and he has three double-doubles in the last four games while topping 20 points in each. The ninth overall pick in the 2020 Draft seems to be breaking out at last -- over the last 12 contests, Avdija is averaging 19.2 points, 7.9 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.9 threes while shooting 58.5 percent from the floor and a blistering 56.1 percent from beyond the arc.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Deni Avdija lights up Pelicans for 43, but Wizards fall on the road The third-year forward had everything working but it wasn’t enough to stop the Wizards from dropping their eighth straight.

FEBRUARY 15 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Zion Williamson leads Pelicans past Wizards 133-126 on career night for Washington's Deni Avdija Zion Williamson scored 36 points, C

FEBRUARY 15 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Deni Avdija scores 25 at Mavericks

FEBRUARY 13 • YOUTUBE

Back-to-back double-doubles Avdija produced 21 points (9-14 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 13 rebounds, five assists and one block across 39 minutes during Saturday's 119-113 loss to the 76ers.

Impact Avdija had an impressive performance Saturday and recorded a double-double in consecutive games for the second time in the current campaign. Even though he still lacks consistency on a game-to-game basis, there's no question Avdija has improved massively compared to the 2022-23 season. He's averaging career-best marks in points (13.0) and assists (3.8) per game while also grabbing 6.4 rebounds per contest.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Media Availability: Brian Keefe, Deni Avdija, Tyus Jones, and Corey Kispert

FEBRUARY 11 • YOUTUBE

Deni Avdija records double-double vs. 76ers

FEBRUARY 11 • YOUTUBE

Impressive in loss Friday Avdija provided 24 points (7-10 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists and two steals in 42 minutes during Friday's 133-129 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Avdija was mentioned as a potential trade alternative for the Wizards before Thursday's deadline, but he stayed with the team, and he delivered another solid outing, particularly on the offensive end. Avdija has surpassed the 20-point mark in two of his last three appearances, and he's been a consistent offensive weapon for Washington in recent weeks. Over his last 10 outings, he's averaging 14.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.2 steals/blocks combined.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Deni Avdija records double-double at Celtics

FEBRUARY 10 • YOUTUBE

Top scorer in blowout loss Avdija recorded 24 points (10-13 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-4 FT), three rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 25 minutes during Sunday's 140-112 loss to the Suns.

Impact Avdija led all Wizards players in scoring and threes made while hauling in a trio of rebounds and adding a steal and block defensively in just 25 minutes of action. Avdija matched his season high in scoring, a mark he also tallied Jan. 24 against Minnesota. Avdija has tallied at least 20 points in six contests this season, connecting on three or more threes in four games.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Deni Avdija puts up 24 vs. Suns

FEBRUARY 5 • YOUTUBE

Media Availability: Brian Keefe, Deni Avdija, and Corey Kispert

FEBRUARY 3 • YOUTUBE

Deni Avdija with the dunk 🔥

JANUARY 30 • YOUTUBE

Posts season high as leading scorer Avdija closed Wednesday's 118-107 loss to the Timberwolves with 24 points (7-12 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 6-6 FT), six rebounds and six assists over 38 minutes.

Impact Avdija led all Wizards in scoring to go along with a half-dozen rebounds and assists while setting a new season high in scoring in a losing effort. Avdija, who led all players in Wednesday's game in threes made, has scored 20 or more points in five games this year.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Deni Avdija scores season-high 24 vs. Timberwolves

JANUARY 25 • YOUTUBE

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Avdija leads Washington against Denver after 43-point outing