Avdija Needs Kawhi to Elevate Blazers

Deni Avdija’s breakout season lifted the Portland Trail Blazers to their first playoff run in years and earned him an All-Star nod, but their first-round exit exposed the team’s reliance on him. With a new owner demanding wins and a young roster too talented to tank, Portland must aggressively pursue a superstar co-star this offseason. They need spacing and a versatile scorer—not another big scorer who clashes with Avdija’s style. While Giannis is tempting, Durant or Kawhi fit better: Durant’s scoring prowess may not match Portland’s playoff ambitions, while Kawhi, at 34, remains a proven championship leader who could thrive alongside Avdija. A trade with the Clippers could deliver both a star and a chance for LA to rebuild. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dd73f2bb6f4976a0