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Spike Lee, Kyrie Irving wear pro-Palestinian outfits to NBA All-Star Game featuring Israeli player

Lee wore a keffiyeh-patterned sweater and flag badges while Irving wore a Wear the Peace "PRESS" shirt, which was "dedicated to our beloved journalists in Gaza, showing the world the truth."

Feb 15, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Spike Lee and John Tesh watch during the 75th NBA All Star Game at Intuit Dome.
Portland, Oregon, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) drives to the basket during the second half against Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (8) at Moda Center, Feb 20, 2025.

'I heard great things': LeBron James faces backlash after praising Deni Avdija, Israel

Feb 15, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Team USA Stripes forward LeBron James (23) of the Los Angeles Lakers dunks the ball in game four against Team Stars during the 75th NBA All Star Game at Intuit Dome.

The backlash to Lebron James' praise of Israel is jarring, but predictable - comment

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.

Israeli basketball star Deni Avdija makes history at the NBA All-Star Game


Valencia’s Semi Ojeleye talks Game 3, EuroCup semifinal, and home-court advantage – interview

The 'Post' spoke with Semi Ojeleye about his new season with Valencia in the Spanish league.

 VALENCIA FORWARD Semi Ojeleye has been hampered with an illness during the EuroCup semifinal series vs Hapoel Tel Aviv, but he will be in the lineup for tonight’s Game 3.

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.

 ISRAELI FORWARD Deni Avdija has been playing at an All-Star level over the past few weeks for the Portland Trail Blazers in his first year with the club, and fifth NBA season overall.

For the first time: Decathlon shoes to hit the NBA court

Decathlon announces a partnership with Alex Sarr, the rising star of the Washington Wizards. Sarr will join the research and development teams to develop basketball shoes and apparel.

 Alex Sarr

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.