All-Star Deni Avdija Sidelined with Back Injury

All-Star Deni Avdija was sidelined for the second consecutive game due to a back injury (back) during the Trail Blazers' 121-112 win over Chicago. His absence, along with Donovan Clingan (illness), led to increased offensive reliance on teammates like Jerami Grant, who had his third consecutive 20-plus point game.