Deni Avdija

Avdija outshines Jokic as Portland secures impressive 118-110 road win in Denver

The Israeli star scored 28 points, stepped up in clutch time, and led Portland over Denver. Oregon’s squad erased a double-digit deficit and snapped an 18-game road slump to improve to 5-1.

Take Portland and Avdija seriously.
He was everywhere on both ends of the court. Avdija.

Avdija stars with 24 points as Portland dominates the Jazz

Lillard and Avdija celebrate the game-winning play.

Deni Avdija shines with 23 points as undefeated Portland defeats Lakers

Still the team’s primary and most dangerous weapon. Avdija.

Avdija shines as Lillard and Morant embrace new roles in Portland


'Deni Avdija on track to become one of the greatest in Portland history'

On the Locked On Blazers podcast, a bold prediction was made for the Israeli forward: A second consecutive All-Star selection and entry into an elite franchise club.

Feb 15, 2026; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Team World forward Deni Avdija (8) of the Portland Trail Blazers on the red carpet before the 75th NBA All Star Game at Intuit Dome.

Deni Avdija is becoming Portland's most dangerous weapon: 'This guy is different'

Strong preseason performances have raised expectations, as well as his successful chemistry with Lillard and Morant, which is set to help him take another leap forward.

He picked up where he left off last season. Avdija.

Deni Avdija climbs in new rankings, earns high praise

The Portland star ranks 24th on Bleacher Report’s NBA list and rises from 76th to 27th in CBS’s rankings: “He could become one of the best in the league.” Full rankings inside.

Avdija rises in the rankings.

Jewish guide to the 2026-27 NBA season

Fresh off becoming the first Israeli All-Star basketball player in NBA history, Deni Avdija leads a growing cohort of Jewish and Israeli players taking the court in the upcoming season.

Domantas Sabonis and Deni Avdija.

Back home in Holon, Shahar Amir looks to take next step in basketball, life - interview

Shahar Amir returns to Hapoel Holon following a breakout season with Galil Elyon, reflecting on personal milestones, the loss of Raz Adam, and his hopes for the future.

SHAHAR AMIR returns to Hapoel Holon after a breakout season with Hapoel Galil Elyon, looking to build on his progress and help the Purples make a strong start to the new Israeli league campaign.

The Persian leopard named after the NBA star arrives at the Safari

A Persian leopard named Deni, after Deni Avdija, arrived at the Ramat Gan Safari to mate with Noa as part of a European breeding program.

Deni, the new Persian leopard at Ramat Gan Safari.

No. 50: Deni Avdija, Matt Turner, Zach Hyman, Oscar Gloukh, and Daniel Peretz

Five athletes carrying Jewish and Israeli pride onto the world stage.

 (L-R, clockwise): Deni Avdija, Oscar Gloukh, Zach Hyman, Matt Turner, and Daniel Peretz

Avdija: 'I won't allow anyone to question my commitment to the national team and the country'

Avdija addressed absence: Portland wouldn't risk my health. I proved how much I care; I had no option to play and want to be healthy.

Israeli national team player Deni Avdija.

Representing Israel proudly, Saraf looks to build promising rookie season in Brooklyn - interview

Despite the challenges that come with adapting to the NBA, Saraf continued to develop his skills and became yet another role model for young basketball players across Israel.

ISRAELI GUARD Ben Saraf handles the ball for the Brooklyn Nets during his first NBA season, carrying the hopes of the next generation of Israeli hoops players.

WATCH: El Al’s iconic Lior Suchard safety video to be replaced by Israeli celebrity gang of four

Beginning later this month, a new safety video is being unveiled on El Al flights featuring Fauda’s Lior Raz, Hollywood’s Gal Gadot, NBA basketball great Deni Avdija and model/actress Rotem Sela.

Deni Avdija, Lior Raz, Rotem Sela, and Gal Gadot in El Al's new safety video.