Deni Avdija

Blazers ride Avdija's late heroics to play-in victory over Suns

Avdija's ability to control the game stood out as much as the scoring. Avdija shot 15-of-22 from the field, added 12 assists, and dictated the tempo throughout his 38 minutes on the court.

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PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS Israeli forward Deni Avdija drives on Phoenix Suns guard Collin Gillespie for two of his game-high 41 points in the Blazers’ 114-110 victory
BROOKLYN NETS rookie guard Ben Saraf drives for a layup against fellow Israeli Deni Avdija of the Portland Trail Blazers during their teams’ duel in New York.

Blue-and-white in Brooklyn: Avdija, Saraf shine during historic night for Israeli hoops

Thousands of Israeli and Jewish fans packed the arena in Brooklyn, turning it into a sea of blue and white, as three Israelis shared the same NBA court for the very first time.

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PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS Israeli forward Deni Avdija heads to the locker room after suffering an injury against the Phoenix Suns early in the first half on Sunday night.

Avdija leaves Blazers’ victory over Suns just one minute in with back injury

During Portland’s second offensive possession, Avdija felt discomfort while backing down his defender in the post. Almost immediately, he signaled that something wasn’t right.

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Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets and Team USA Stripes shoots against Deni Avdija #8 of the Toronto Raptors and Team World during the 75th NBA All-Star Game at Intuit Dome on February 15, 2026 in Inglewood, California.

Deni Avdija’s all-star moment: A political dtatement in disguise - opinion

In today’s Western cultural institutions, Israeli visibility rarely exists in neutral space.

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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.

JULY 10, 2024ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
DENI AVDIJA (left) is greeted by new Portland Trail Blazers teammate Scoot Henderson (right) this week in the locker room.

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

JUNE 27, 2024ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
DENI AVDIJA made a big jump last year and was an attractive offseason target for a number of teams. The Portland Trail Blazers ultimately got him.

Israeli star Deni Avdija is poised for a big year as new NBA season begins

Avdija has also become one of the more outspoken Jewish players in all of sports on issues relating to Israel and antisemitism.

OCTOBER 25, 2023ByJACOB GURVIS/JTA
DENI AVDIJA will have many new teammates next season on the Washington Wizards, and the team looks like it will have a new minority owner as well.

Jewish player Amari Bailey drafted 41st overall by the Charlotte Hornets

Bailey’s new team, the Hornets, is in the process of being sold by basketball legend Michael Jordan to a group led by Jewish millionaires Gabe Plotkin and Rick Schnall.

JUNE 24, 2023ByJACOB GURVIS/JTA
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Pair of tight triumphs has Israel at 2-0 in the EuroBasket preliminary round

Avdija & co. follow up overtime dramatics vs Finland with a 4th-quarter rally to beat the Netherlands.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
DENI AVDIJA has been Israel’s high scorer with 21 and 23 points, respectively, in victories over Finland and the Netherlands to open the blue-and-white Eurobasket campaign.

Basketball: Deni Avdija relishing opportunity to propel Israel

As for bringing home a medal in the Eurobasket, Avdija is certain that this version of the Israel National Team has a chance to do just that.

AUGUST 31, 2022ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
WHILE STILL only 21, Deni Avdija has the presence of a grizzled veteran on the Israel National Team, which tips off its Eurobasket campaign this weekend

Avdija, Israel prep for Eurobasket, World Cup qualifiers

The Israel National Team is no question a work in progress. Despite not having what would be considered the best prep possible, the coach isn't concerned. He also has Deni Avdija.

AUGUST 24, 2022ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
DENI AVDIJA is the anchor of the Israel national basketball team and hopes to lead the blue-and-white to international success this summer.

Avdija makes Blue & White return

NBA phenom Deni Avdija scored 25 points in Israel's 95-86 win against Auburn University's Men's Basketball team.

AUGUST 10, 2022ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
WASHINGTON WIZARDS forward Deni Avdija goes for a layup against the Toronto Raptors.

Avdija back in Holy Land after impressive sophomore season with Wizards

In the offseason, Avdija will work on a number of areas of his game to continue to improve his on-court skills.

APRIL 26, 2022ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
DENI AVDIJA demonstrated his value in his second season in the NBA with the Washington Wizards, with the 21-year-old Israeli swingman playing in all 82 games.

Deni Avdija draws Stars of David on his sneakers as violence surges in Israel

After multiple violent attacks in Israel in the past week, Israeli NBA star Deni Avdija used his platform to express support for his home country.

APRIL 1, 2022ByJACOB GURVIS/JTA
THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS face a roster crunch with players back from injury and there are several teams said to covet second-year Israeli Deni Avdija.