Deandre Ayton is battling left calf soreness and is uncertain to take the court for the Portland Trail Blazers. The injury has raised concerns about his availability for upcoming games. This issue has kept him sidelined in recent matchups, impacting the team’s performance.
What It Means
Deandre Ayton’s absence has been felt by the Trail Blazers, as they average 105.4 points per game when he does not play compared to 109.2 points when he is on the court. This season, Ayton averages 13.9 points and 10.1 rebounds per game, ranking him fifth on his team in scoring and first in rebounding. He has achieved two streaks of double-doubles this season and finished in the top five at his position for rebounds in nine out of 28 games played (32.14%). His presence significantly contributes to Portland’s rebounding efforts.
