As the Portland Trail Blazers continue their push for the Western Conference’s 9th spot, they face a crucial matchup against the Detroit Pistons. Currently sitting in 12th place, the Blazers are just five wins behind the Sacramento Kings,

Avdija (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pistons, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.

Update: Blazers forward Deni Avdija is out. Jabari Walker is available. • • • The Portland Trail Blazers return home from a grueling yet successful seven-game trip to host a team they want to become one day.

Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson (00) brings the ball up the court against the Golden State Warriors during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Amanda Loman) AP AP

Portland Trail Blazers' forward Deni Avdija joins Luka Doncic, James Harden in elite company after standout game vs. Golden State Warriors.

Darko Rajaković’s Toronto Raptors defeated the Washington Wizards 119-104, with Alex Sarr recording a double-double in the loss, finishing with 16 points and 11 rebounds. Tristan Vukčević added 15 points and seven boards, while KyShawn George contributed 13 points.

Avdija (quadriceps) has been listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Pistons. Avdija missed Friday's game against the Thunder and might not be ready to play Sunday against Detroit. If the veteran forward can't play Sunday,

The last triple-double by a Blazers player came on March 6, 2023, when Lillard scored 31 points with 13 rebounds and 12 assists during a 110-104 win at the Detroit Pistons. The first occurred on Feb. 8, 2023, when he posted 33 points with 11 assists and 10 rebounds during a 125-122 win at home over the Golden State Warriors.

The Portland Trail Blazers are getting ready to take on the Detroit Pistons as they try to stop their losing streak. It will be an emotional night for all invol