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Deni Avdija nears Portland Trailblazers NBA return following injury

Portland forward Deni Avdija is close to returning after missing one game with lower-back soreness, as his strong season keeps him in the All-Star conversation.

IN HIS sixth NBA season, Israeli forward has taken a big leap with the Portland Trail Blazers and is favored to make his first All-Star Game.
Deni Avdija

Did Washington move too soon on Avdija? Former manager Tommy Sheppard offers an answer - interview

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Deni Avdija’s NBA leap is turning Israeli hoops into must-watch TV

 PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS Israeli forward Deni Avdija drives past San Antonio Spurs center Luke Kornet for two of his game-high 29 points – to go along with 11 rebounds and 10 assists – in the Blazers’ 115-110 road victory over the Spurs. (Daniel Dunn/Imagn Images)

Avdija leads, Portland believes: Triple-double and turning point in road victory over Spurs


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.

  PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS Israel forward Deni Avdija (left) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers defender Isaac Okoro during the Cavs' 133-129 overtime victory. Avdija had a triple-double with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists in defeat.

Ryan Turell bringing energy and passion to Israeli hoops

Turell was selected in the first round of the 2022 NBA G League draft by the Motor City Cruise, becoming the first orthodox Jew selected in the G League draft.

AFTER A pair of seasons in the NBA G League, former Yeshiva University star Ryan Turell is playing in Israel now with Ness Ziona.

Four days of street basketball, music, and food: The ballout tournament kicks off

Celebrating the limited-edition launch of HENNESSY NBA, sponsor Hennessy and Teder offer an unforgettable experience of sports, food, and live music. Full details inside.

 TEDER X HENNESSY PRESENT: BALLOUT

The Jewish NBA players to watch as the 2024-2025 season tips off

Two of those players — Deni Avdija and Amari Bailey — have changed uniforms, while All-Star Domantas Sabonis is entering his fourth season with the Sacramento Kings.

 Oct 2, 2023; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets Amari Bailey (10) poses for a photo during Charlotte Hornets Media Day at the Spectrum Center.

NBA's Deni Avdija won't play on Yom Kippur: 'Some things are more important than basketball'

In June 2024, Avdija was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers in a multi-player deal.

 Deni Avdija, a forward for the Portland Trail Blazers.

10 Christian Zionists: Jonathan Isaac - No. 3

Meet the NBA star who inspires young people to support Israel.

 Jonathan Isaac

Hoops, healing, and hope: Josh Powell’s mission to spread positivity in Israel - interview

After an illustrious career that saw Josh Powell travel the world to play basketball, he was here in Israel to help those who have suffered so dearly since the October 7 attacks by Hamas.

 Josh Powell with Tamir Goodman at a youth clinic.

From the NBA to Hapoel Jerusalem: Jared Harper’s winding hoops journey - interview

“I’m extremely excited to get going,” Harper began. “Just to be in a new situation, which is also a good situation for me."

 Caption: FORMER NBA point guard Jared Harper (left) signed a two-year deal with Hapoel Jerusalem in July, after two years in Europe at Valencia following brief stints with the Phoenix Suns, New York Knicks and New Orleans Pelicans.

NBA 2K25: Small steps toward a huge victory

NBA 2K25, the top basketball simulation, delivers a more authentic gameplay and deeper management, featuring innovations like the "Steph Curry Era," NBA Cup, and a new MyGM building.

 NBA 2K25: Small Steps Toward a Huge Victory

'I wake up in paradise': Patrick Beverley raves about Tel Aviv on podcast

Beverley, who currently plays for Hapoel Tel Aviv, said his stay in Tel Aviv raised some concerns among his acquaintances, "Playing in Israel, obviously, I wake up. I get phone calls."

 Patrick Beverley #21 of the Milwaukee Bucks reacts to a score during the second half of game five of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs against the Indiana Pacers at Fiserv Forum on April 30, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.