Blazers Notes: Donovan Clingan ROTY Rank, Deni Avdija Channels John Cena, More

Jan 24, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Cody Martin (11) shoots around Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (23) during the first quarter at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images
Jan 24, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Cody Martin (11) shoots around Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (23) during the first quarter at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images / Scott Kinser-Imagn Images

In a recent ranking of the most likely NBA Rookie of the Year winners, Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan has recently risen in the ranks. Across 34 games, 10 of which he started, he has averaged 5.4 points, 6.6 total rebounds, 1.6 blocks, 0.8 assists, and 0.5 steals per game.

Additionally, forward Deni Avdija channeled his inner John Cena during an upset victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, taunting his opponents with the classic "You Can't See Me" hand wave. In the game, Avdija recorded 30 points, nine total rebounds, two assists, and two steals.

Finally, head coach Chauncey Billups has sung the praises of Scoot Henderson after he was selected for the Risings Stars team for All-Star Weekend.

Here are the latest news stories about the Portland Trail Blazers to get you all caught up. Click the title to see the entire story:

Blazers News: Donovan Clingan Makes Big Leap in NBA Rookie Leaderboard

Blazers' Deni Avdija Reveals Special Link to WWE Superstar John Cena

Blazers’ Scoot Henderson Earns Huge Honor at NBA All-Star Weekend

Blazers News: Chauncey Billups Praises Scoot Henderson After Rising Stars Selection

Blazers Designate Guard to G League

Bold Trade Proposal Sees Blazers' Robert Williams III Land With Western Contender


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