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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

Charles Barkley announces 2024-25 NBA season will be his last on television

NBA Hall of Famer emphasizes decision to retire final, potentially passing baton to analysts like Jamal Crawford, Vince Carter or Steve Smith

Ynetnews | 06.18.24

Kyrie Irving wears keffiyeh to NBA finals

Dallas Mavericks star player arrives with pro-Palestinian trinket after making antisemitic and anti-Israel statements in the past that got him suspended

Ynet | 06.10.24

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

Utah rabbi says pro-Jewish signs removed by security at Kyrie Irving's request

Dallas guard, previously suspended for antisemitic content, asked security at Jazz's arena to confront Jewish fans flashing 'I'm a Jew and I'm proud' signs during Mavericks' game

Ynet | 01.03.24

Deni Avdija: 'I never asked for special treatment'

Israel's representative in the world's leading league addresses criticism surrounding his fallout with former national team coach, Guy Goodes, while grappling with understanding how his own mindset hinders his career

Efrat Amoraban | 08.05.23

Washington Wizards decides: Deni Avdija won't play on Israel national team

Israeli Basketball Association announces that due to Avdija's hip injury, and after joint consideration with his NBA team, he will not be able to join the national team for the pre-qualifying tournament for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games

Efrat Amoraban | 07.25.23

שחקן לוס אנג'לס לייקרס לברון ג'יימס מול שחקן גולדן סטייט ווריורס סטף קרי

Curry snubs LeBron in all-time NBA starting 5 pick

Golden State Warriors point guard reveals relationship with James 'complex'; Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan and Shaquille O'Neal did make the cut

Ynet Sport | 07.24.23

Bring it home, Deni: It's time for Israeli NBA star to take the reins

Washington Wizards' restructuring hampers their chances of mounting any real challenge; Avdija must step up and assert himself as a bona fide star, at least in Washington terms

Zeev Avrahami | 06.30.23

A mural of Jokić at the school he attended, in Sombor, Serbia

The NBA's gentle giant: A trip to Nikola Jokić's hometown

His teachers remember him as ‘a perfect person, godlike’; His first coach describes him as the ‘Einstein of basketball’; Even his father Branislav admits, ‘We knew he would be good, but not this good. He was the greatest and the chunkiest’; Here, the world's finest basketball player blossomed: Ynet’s Zeev Avrahami visited the small Serbian town of Sombor, tracing the roots of an NBA champion

Zeev Avrahami, Sombor | 06.21.23

Basketball star Deni Avdija aims to be first Israeli in NBA playoffs

After having his debut season cut short by an injury, the 20-year-old small forward says he feels more reinvigorated and determined than ever, ready to do his best and help his Washington Wizards take new direction

Yair Kattan | 10.02.21

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