Ayton closed Friday's 116-100 loss to San Antonio with 20 points (10-17 FG), 12 rebounds, two assists and two steals in 34 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Ayton led all Portland players in rebounds to go along with a pair of assists and steals and ending as one of two players with 20 or more points in a double-double performance. Ayton has tallied at least 20 points in four games this season, and he has posted a double-double in two straight contests.

Ayton racked up 18 points (8-13 FG, 2-2 FT), 17 rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal over 41 minutes during Wednesday's 137-131 overtime victory over the Rockets.

EDGE Analysis

Ayton recorded his 13th double-double in Wednesday's win, and it was the first time he reached that mark since Dec. 21 against the Wizards. He's played four games since returning from a 12-game absence due to left knee tendinitis, and his 41 minutes played was his most of the season. Over that span, Ayton has averaged 10.3 points, 9.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.0 blocks over 30.0 minutes per game.

Ayton closed Tuesday's 111-109 loss to the Thunder with five points (2-7 FG, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds and two assists over 27 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

This was Ayton's second dud in a row as he was again held to single-digit points. He has looked a step slow since returning from his knee injury, posting averages of 7.7 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 0.7 blocks over his last three games. Meanwhile, Duop Reath continues to find a lot of success off the bench.

Ayton (knee) recorded 12 points (6-15 FG), eight rebounds, two blocks and one assist across 30 minutes in Friday's 118-115 win over the Pacers.

EDGE Analysis

Ayton was back in action for the first time since Dec. 23 after an extended absence due to left knee tendinitis. He immediately reclaimed his spot in the starting five from Duop Reath and didn't seem to be under a heavy minutes restriction in the Trail Blazers' narrow win. Ayton's efficiency left something to be desired, but his solid rebounds and blocks total helped salvage his night. The 25-year-old should continue to approach 30 minutes in competitive contests now that he's healthy again, but the 12-29 Trail Blazers' propensity for getting blown out means that Ayton's playing time could often be volatile.

Ayton (knee) will start at center in Friday's matchup with the Pacers, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ayton will presumably replace Duop Reath in the starting lineup. The big man is returning from a 12 game absence, so Portland could opt to exercise caution with his workload.

Ayton (knee) is probable for Friday's game against the Pacers, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ayton was cleared to return from his knee injury Wednesday against the Nets, but he was unable to make it to the stadium due to poor weather conditions. Assuming he gets the green light to return, Ayton will likely replace Duop Reath in the starting lineup after missing the past 12 games for Portland.

Ayton won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Nets, as he was unable to make it to the stadium due to ice and poor weather conditions that prohibited him from traveling, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ayton was set to return to action Wednesday after missing the last 11 games with a right knee issue. However, his inability to travel to the stadium will likely mean that Duop Reath will remain in the starting lineup. Ayton should be available for Friday's game versus Indiana.

Ayton (knee) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Nets, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ayton will return to action Wednesday after missing the previous 11 games with right knee tendinitis. The 25-year-old big man will likely reclaim his starting spot from Duop Reath. However, it wouldn't be surprising to see Ayton on a minutes restriction.

Ayton (knee) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Nets.

EDGE Analysis

The probable tag comes as no surprise, as Ayton was able to practice Tuesday. Coach Chauncey Billups also expressed optimism that Ayton would be back in the lineup. With Ayton on track to return from an 11-game absence, Duop Reath will likely move back to the bench where his fantasy value could trend down.

Ayton (knee) was active at practice Tuesday, with head coach Chauncey Billups expressing optimism afterward that the center will play Wednesday against Brooklyn, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ayton continues to battle right knee tendinitis, but he appears to be on the mend and on track to put an end to his 11-game absence Wednesday. The 25-year-old's impending return would likely result in a sizable drop in minutes for Duop Reath, who will head back to the bench once Ayton is cleared to play.