Deni Avdija made a stunning postseason debut, scoring 41 points to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a 114-110 victory over the Phoenix Suns in the NBA play-in tournament, securing the No. 7 seed in the Western Conference. The Blazers, returning to the playoffs for the first time since 2021, overcame an 11-point deficit, with Avdija’s decisive three-point play sealing the win. Teammate Jrue Holiday praised Avdija’s poise in a physical game, while coach Tiago Splitter noted his growth and confidence. The Blazers will face the San Antonio Spurs in the first playoff round.
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