Deandre Ayton is currently dealing with a back injury and will not be taking the court for the Portland Trail Blazers. This update comes ahead of their upcoming game against the Houston Rockets on January 18, 2025, at the Moda Center. The Trail Blazers have confirmed Ayton’s status as out due to this injury.
What It Means
Deandre Ayton has been a significant contributor for the Trail Blazers this season, averaging 13.5 points and 9.9 rebounds per game. His field goal percentage stands at an impressive 56.4%. In games where Ayton has played, Portland has averaged 108.7 points per game compared to just 105.4 when he is absent from the lineup. Despite his contributions, the team holds a record of 9-21 in games he has played and a slightly better record of 4-6 in games he has missed.
