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Deni Avdija emerging as top option for Portland Trail Blazers in 2025-26

The Israeli forward averaged 23.3 points, 9.7 rebounds and 5.2 assists after the All-Star break last season; with roster changes clearing the way, Avdija is expected to take on greater playmaking duties and lead a younger, faster Blazers offense

Ynetnews | 08.03.25

Basketball phenom Deni Avdija selected to light Independence Day torch in national ceremony

Minister Regev says NBA player shows steadfast values declaring to the world that his heart is with the families of fallen soldiers and hostages held in Gaza, connecting his personal triumph, to the national pain

Efrat Amorban, Moran Azulay | 04.21.25

Deni Avdija talks about his ending NBA season: 'The future is super bright'

After completing his best NBA season with averages of 16.9 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 3.9 assists, Israeli basketball star Deni Avdija praises his team’s potential, expresses excitement about Chauncey Billups’ extension, and shares his goals for growth as a 'two-way player' in press conference

ynet sports | 04.14.25

Deni Avdija’s breakout March: Blazers forward dominates NBA stats

Israeli NBA sensation delivers jaw-dropping March performances outperforming NBA superstars and earning coach Chauncey Billups’ full trust

Ynet | 03.31.25

Israel’s basketball revolution: Four rising stars poised for NBA breakthrough

New generation of Israeli basketball talent is making waves internationally, with standouts Ben Saraf in Germany and Danny Wolf and Emanuel Sharp in the NCAA

Raanan Weiss, Asaf Tashsky | 03.10.25

Growing pains: Deni Avdija records career-high turnovers while acclimating to new role

The Israeli forward continues to refine his skills and earn praise; contributed 17 points, 7 rebounds in Portland's Monday game with a strong defense, while embracing leadership with his playmaking role

ynet correspondents | 12.31.24

שחקן פורטלנד טרייל בלייזרס דני אבדיה מול שחקן דאלאס מאבריקס קוונטין גריימס

Portland is wild about Trail Blazers' Deni Avdija

The Israeli forward scores another season record of 21 points in loss to Dallas, garnering praise from media and basketball fans

Ynet Sports | 12.02.24

Coach denies calling Israeli NBA star Deni Avdija Portland's 'best player'

Following a post on social media in which Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups was reported to call Avdija the team's best player, Billups had to clarify: 'I wouldn’t say that he’s our best player, but he’s a very valuable player'

Ynet sports | 10.10.24

Deni Avdija dishes in Portland on trade from Washington: 'Very big surprise'

The Israeli forward gave an interview to the Trail Blazers' official website and commented on learning while in Israel that he would be leaving the Wizards: 'I went to sleep and asked my father to wake me up if something unusual happened - and then it happened'

Ynet sports | 07.15.24

Israeli NBA player Deni Avdija meets his new Portland Trail Blazers teammates

Former Washington Wizards forward says he was 'shocked' by the trade but ultimately wishes to take the team to new heights in the coming season

Ynet | 07.09.24

Deni Avdija's arrival with Trail Blazers energizes Portland's Jewish scene

Israeli NBA star will not only meet his new teammates and find a new place to live but also integrate into a new Jewish community; his games are sure to attract many Israelis and Jews, eager to cheer on a fellow countryman

Ynetnews | 06.28.24

Slam dunk: Deni Avdija traded by Washington Wizards, heads to Portland

NBA team which Avdija grew into for the last four years in the NBA moves to replace him with Portland Trail Blazers' Malcolm Brogdon; fans condemn 'managerial mistake'

Yair Kattan | 06.27.24

NBA prodigy Deni Avdija lauds overwhelming Israeli support

Player says support from the people of Israel is simply amazing, especially during such times; praises team for surprising win over Milwaukee, 'just a brilliant game from start to finish'

Dennis Bihler | 04.03.24

NBA's Deni Avdija pays tribute to Fauda star Idan Amedi

Washington Wizards' forward showcases handwritten message on his footwear dedicated to actor seriously wounded in Gaza

I24NEWS | 01.09.24

Draped in Israeli flag, NBA's Deni Avdija sings Hatikva with fans post-match

An emotional moment at the end of Washington Wizard's 130:121 loss in Atlanta: the forward, who scored 22 points in a great offensive night, sang with the crowd of Israelis that came to see him

Ynet | 11.02.23

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