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Will start Sunday Avdija will start Sunday's matchup versus Chicago, Ava Wallace of The Washington Post reports.

Impact With Kristaps Porzingis (knee) sidelined, Avdija will draw his 33rd start of the season. As a starter (32 games), the third-year forward has averaged 9.1 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.4 steals-plus-blocks in 27.2 minutes.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes close to double-double Avdija recorded 10 points (3-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-5 FT), nine rebounds, four assists and two steals over 24 minutes during Thursday's 114-106 victory over the Timberwolves.

Impact Avdija wasn't particularly efficient from the field with his shooting, but he still posted a decent fantasy line due to his contributions in peripheral categories such as rebounds, assists and steals. He ended one rebound away from recording what would've been his fourth double-double over his last 12 games, and he's averaging 11.5 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.3 steals per game across eight February appearances.

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stays relevant off bench Saturday Avdija racked up 16 points (7-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one block over 30 minutes during Saturday's 127-113 victory over the Pacers.

Impact Avdija moved to the bench Saturday but still managed to put together a strong fantasy line. He has scored at least 15 points in five of his past seven games, also providing strong rebounding numbers over that period. He is a top-85 player over the past two weeks, and although we have seen flashes in the past, this has been arguably the most consistent stretch of his career. He should be rostered in all formats at this point, but a downturn in production could be on the horizon.

FEBRUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Saturday Avdija is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Avdija posted a 20-point, 13-rebound double-double against the Hornets on Wednesday, but he'll move back to his regular bench role while Corey Kispert returns to the first unit. Avdija is averaging 9.1 points, 6.2 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game across 20 bench appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Turbo and the unicorn: How Kristaps Porzingis and Deni Avdija became BFFs Kristaps Porzingis and Deni Avdjia have had standout performances for the Wizards lately, putting their friendship front and center.

FEBRUARY 10, 2023 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Records double-double in victory Avdija chipped in 20 points (8-13 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and 13 rebounds across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 118-104 win over the Hornets.

Impact Avdija played a major role in the Wizards' win, leading the team in rebounds and trailing only Kristaps Porzingis (36 points) in scoring. The double-double was his eighth of the campaign and his third over his past eight contests. Avdija has played 30-plus minutes six times over his past eight games as he becomes an increasingly important part of Washington's rotation, but his playing time has been inflated of late with both Bradley Beal and Kyle Kuzma missing time. Kuzma remained out Wednesday with an ankle injury, but if Kuzma is good to go Saturday against the Pacers, Avdija will likely find himself back on the bench.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Postgame Press - WAS vs. CHA: Wes Unseld Jr., Kristaps Porzingis, Deni Avdija

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Porzingis makes eight 3s as Wizards beat Hornets, end skid

Kristaps Porzingis scored 36 points and matched a career high with eight 3-pointers, and the Washington Wizards beat the Charlotte Hornets 118-104 to stop a three-game skid

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • Associated Press

Starting Monday Avdija will slide into the starting lineup for Monday's matchup with the Cavs.

Impact The Wizards will be without both Kyle Kuzma (ankle) and Bradley Beal (foot) Monday, so Kristaps Porzingis will be tasked with the heavy lifting on offense while guys like Avdija, Corey Kispert and Monte Morris will also see more shots falling their way. Avdija put up 24 points to go with a full stat line his last time out, so he could be someone to think about as a streamer.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shines against Nets Avdija closed with 23 points (6-14 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 7-12 FT), six rebounds, four steals and three assists across 34 minutes during Saturday's 125-123 loss to Brooklyn.

Impact After a lackluster outing in Friday's loss to the Trail Blazers in which he played just 15 minutes, Avdija benefited from Kyle Kuzma's (ankle) first-half exit as well as Bradley Beal's (foot) absence. While absorbing most of Kuzma's vacated playing time, Avdija contributed across the board, with his poor free-throw shooting taking an even bigger fantasy line off the table. Avdija looks like he may need the Wizards to be missing one of their regular starters in order to see consistent playing time, so fantasy managers should pay attention to news pertaining to Beal and Kuzma in order to get a sense of what Avdija's role might look like in Washington's next game Monday versus the Cavaliers.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Deni Avdija scores 23 points against Brooklyn Nets

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Tallies game-high 25 points Avdija closed with 25 points (10-12 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 33 minutes during Monday's 127-106 victory over the Spurs.

Impact Avdija had a stellar shooting night and totaled both a team-high and season-high 25 points in the win. He also fell just one rebound shy of a double-double for a second straight contest. The 22-year-old has now scored in double figures and collected at least one steal in each of his last four matchups.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Deni Avdija drops career-high 25 points at San Antonio Spurs

JANUARY 31, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Wizards end 22-game skid in San Antonio, beat Spurs 127-106

Deni Avdija had a career-high 25 points, Bradley Beal had 21 points and the Washington Wizards ended a 22-game losing streak to the Spurs in San Antonio with a 127-106 victory

JANUARY 31, 2023 • Associated Press

Accrues solid numbers in win Avdija finished with 15 points (5-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-6 FT), nine rebounds, two steals and one assist across 27 minutes in Saturday's 113-103 win over the Pelicans.

Impact The Wizards are unlikely to entrust Avdija with a high-usage role on offense even while Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) is sidelined, but the continued absence of Porzingis as well as the recent trade of Rui Hachimura to the Lakers has at least opened up more opportunities for the 2020 lottery pick. Avdija has played no fewer than 25 minutes in any of Washington's last five games and is now averaging 10.8 points, 8.0 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 1.6 steals and 0.8 three-pointers in 28.6 minutes per contest. Those numbers might be enough to give Avdija some short-term relevancy in 12-team category leagues, though his value may take a hit to some degree if Porzingis returns to action at some point during the upcoming week.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gafford double-double leads Wizards past Pelicans 113-103

Daniel Gafford had a season-high 21 points to go with 12 rebounds and five blocked shots, and the Washington Wizards beat the reeling New Orleans Pelicans 113-103 for their fifth s...

JANUARY 29, 2023 • Associated Press

Struggles from field in win Avdija accumulated 10 points (4-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 30 minutes during Wednesday's 108-103 win over Houston.

Impact Avdija ended with a double-double off the bench, but the fact that he ended with more shot attempts than points scored can't be overlooked. He's posted back-to-back double-doubles for the first time this season, but the fact that he's coming off the bench certainly limits his upside going forward.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong two-way performance Avdija logged 15 points (3-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 9-11 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and three steals across 32 minutes during Tuesday's 127-126 victory over the Mavericks.

Impact Avdija was terrific in Tuesday's win, notching his fifth double-double of the season and adding three defensive stats. With Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) sidelined, Avdija has an opportunity to step up in the rotation, at least for the next few games. He is likely to remain a low-usage player, but his ability to contribute across multiple categories makes him someone to consider adding in 12-team leagues.

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Curry, Poole lead Warriors to 127-118 win against Wizards

Steph Curry scored 41 points and Jordan Poole added 32 points to help the wobbling Golden State Warriors to a 127-118 win over the Washington Wizards on Monday

JANUARY 16, 2023 • Associated Press

What is Wizards youngster Deni Avdija doing well — and not so well? The Wizards need the 22-year-old wing to develop. How's he doing?

JANUARY 16, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Headed back to bench Avdija isn't in the starting lineup for Friday's game versus the Knicks.

Impact Avdija will be replaced by Kristaps Porzingis in the starting five Friday. The third-year forward is coming off a career-high 20 rebounds.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Career-best effort on glass Avdija closed with nine points (3-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 20 rebounds and three assists over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 100-97 victory over the Bulls.

Impact The 20 boards were a career high for the third-year forward, who was making his first start since Dec. 20 with Kristaps Porzingis (ribs) sidelined. Avdija had only 11 rebounds total over his prior three games, so he's been far from a consistent force on the glass, but he does have six other games this season with double-digit boards. If Porzingis misses additional time, Avdija could provide a short-term boost in that category.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kuzma hits late 3-pointer to lift Wizards past Bulls, 100-97

Kyle Kuzma broke a tie with a 3-pointer with 5.7 seconds left and the Washington Wizards beat the Chicago Bulls 100-97 on Wednesday night

JANUARY 12, 2023 • Associated Press

Starting in Porzingis' absence Avdija will start Wednesday's game against the Bulls.

Impact With Kristaps Porzingis (ribs) and Daniel Gafford (ankle) sidelined, Avdija and Taj Gibson will enter the starting five. Across Avdija's past five starts, he's averaged 10.4 points, 7.2 rebounds and 3.2 assists in 30.0 minutes.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Great game off bench Avdija closed Friday's 119-100 victory over the Magic with 13 points (5-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds, six assists, one block and two steals over 28 minutes.

Impact Avdija made the most of his 28 minutes off the bench in Friday's win, contributing at both ends of the floor. This marked the fourth straight game the young forward shot at least 50 percent from the field, and he extended his streak of consecutive games with at least one made three-pointer to 10. He remains a solid stream option in standard leagues.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Porzingis makes eight 3s as Wizards beat Hornets, end skid

Wizards end 22-game skid in San Antonio, beat Spurs 127-106

Gafford double-double leads Wizards past Pelicans 113-103

Curry, Poole lead Warriors to 127-118 win against Wizards

Kuzma hits late 3-pointer to lift Wizards past Bulls, 100-97