Deni Avdija
Israel struggles in World Cup qualifiers, faces 'uphill battle' after disastrous opening window
Playing the “home” game in Riga is obviously not ideal for Israel, but the squad has faced this challenge since the outbreak of the war in October 2023.
Avdija shines as Wolf and Saraf lift Nets in breakout night for Israeli NBA talent
Israeli NBA talent takes spotlight despite dual team losses
Avdija’s All-Star dream: New format could open door for Israel's rising star
Avdija, Blazers rally from 22 down to hand reigning NBA champs Thunder first loss of season
Israeli forward Deni Avdija delivers a near triple-double in a dramatic comeback win, as talk grows about his next big NBA contract.
No. 47: Deni Avdija, Daniel Peretz, and Oscar Gloukh: Israeli sports phenoms
What unites Avdija, Peretz, and Gloukh is not just their extraordinary talent but also their ability to represent Israel and the Jewish community on global stages.
Israel's exit from EuroBasket left the good, the bad, and the ugly on sight
A win over France was no doubt the highest point for Israel, while a close loss to host Poland after having heard the Israeli national anthem Hatikvah booed loudly was one of the lowest.
Israel loses to Luka, Slovenia at EuroBasket
Luka Doncic scored 37 points as Slovenia beat Israel 106-96 at EuroBasket 2025, despite Deni Avdija’s career-high 34 in a thrilling Group D clash.
From Herzliya to Tennessee via EuroBasket: Israel's guard Eitan Burg’s big step - interview
The guard, who turns 23 on Thursday and is about to start his first season in the NCAA at the University of Tennessee, had just finished a decent campaign with Bnei Herzliya.
What will you find in Deni Avdija’s bathroom?
The NBA and Israel national team star is known for his style off the court, so it’s no surprise he’s now the face of a men’s grooming brand. So which brand is set to take over his bathroom?
Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija headlines blue-and-white’s EuroBasket roster
Avdija will return to the national team for the first time since EuroBasket 2022, while former Indiana Pacers forward TJ Leaf has also been called up.
Deni Avdija’s breakout season lifts Israeli hoops
As the only Israeli currently playing in the NBA, Avdija carries the weight of representing an entire nation and a global Jewish community that passionately follows his every move.
Avdija first Israeli with NBA triple-double
In the final moments, Avdija had a chance to cap his historic night with a game-winning three-pointer, but the shot missed, sealing Portland’s defeat.
Israel’s Deni Avdija embraces new challenge with Portland
Portland is a great spot for the 6-foot-9 Israeli, and the club has been eyeing him for some time.
NBA: Israel’s Avdija traded from DC to Portland
After first four seasons with Wizards, 23-year-old forward on the move to revamped Trail Blazers
