Deni Avdija Doubtful for Thursday's Game with Back Injury

Deni Avdija (back) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's game against Atlanta. The Portland Trail Blazers forward sustained the back injury during Sunday's game and subsequently missed Tuesday's contest, making him likely to sit out a second consecutive game. His absence on Tuesday allowed Caleb Love to draw a start, and Love would likely step into the starting lineup again if Avdija is unable to play.