“I’ve been on the beach a little bit, relaxed my mind and got ready to kill the second half of the season,” Avdija said following Wednesday’s practice. “I feel like it’s important. We have a chance to make the play-in, and we’re all in it. We’re preparing. We’re doing the best we can, and can’t wait to go back on the court.”

Watch the Game Highlights from Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Portland Trail Blazers, 03/02/2025

This Cavs team hadn’t fallen for a trap game all year, but on Sunday, it looked like they finally had. A slow start, ice-cold shooting, and a Portland team playing with nothing to lose had Cleveland on the ropes.