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Deni Avdija and Micah Nori behind Trail Blazers' strong start
Original: Deni Avdija, Micah Nori and the summer phone call that defines Trail Blazers’ quick start
Deni Avdija and assistant coach Micah Nori are being credited with the Portland Trail Blazers' quick start to the season, following a phone call between them over the summer that reportedly shaped the team's approach. The story highlights how that conversation defined Avdija's role and helped drive Portland's early momentum.
Why now: The Trail Blazers' unexpectedly strong start has drawn attention to the story behind it.
Deni AvdijaMicah NoriPortland Trail Blazers
Evidence
- Deni Avdija, Micah Nori and the summer phone call that defines Trail Blazers’ quick start · The New York Times
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