Deni Avdija

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Avdija sets new career high for Israeli NBA player

Deni Avdija, drafted 9th overall in 2020, scores 43 points for the Washington Wizards, passing Omri Casspi's record.

Israeli NBA player pays tribute to fallen soldier

Washington Wizards' Deni Avdija wears shoes honoring Lt. Itai Cohen, who was killed during battle with terrorists in southern Israel.

Israeli NBA player pays tribute to Israel

Deni Avdjia writes the words "Am Yisrael Chai", paints Star of David on his shoes as a show of solidarity with Israel.

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Washington's new player looks forward to playing with Israeli

Watch: Kristaps Porzingis, acquired by the Washington Wizards from Dallas, has a message for Israeli fans.

Israeli NBA player lights Hanukkah candles in Maryland

In his first Hanukkah away from home, Washington Wizards' Deni Avdija lights Hanukkah candles with the local Jewish and Israeli community.

Israeli basketball phenom suffers season ending injury

Israel's Deni Avdija wheeled off following a bad ankle injury during a game against the Golden State Warriors.

Israeli NBA player commemorates Holocaust during game

Washington Wizards rookie Deni Avdija, appeared in last night's game with the word "Yizkor" written on his sneakers

Deni Avdija named to NBA’s Rising Stars team

Deni Avdija chosen to represent World Team during All-Star Weekend.

Watch: Ambassador Erdan greets the Washington Wizards

Ambassador Gilad Erdan to Israeli player Deni Avdija: Seeing you on the court representing Israel is truly heartwarming.

Kobi Aflalo to sing at NBA event

Israeli singer will sing American anthem ahead of game between Washington Wizards and LA Clippers.

What you need to know

Former NBA vet helps prepare Jewish star Deni Avdija

Deni Avdija is an up-and-coming star enjoying the tutelage of a pro player.

Watch: Israeli NBA player Deni Avdija's outstanding performance

Israeli sensation & Wizards rooky Deni Avdija scores 13 points, grabs 4 rebounds in victory over Miami Heat.

History in the NBA - Clippers handed their biggest loss ever

Dallas Mavericks 2nd year star Luka Dončić propelled his team to biggest margin of victory the LA Clippers have suffered in team history.

Watch: Israeli NBA phenom creates all-Hebrew Twitter account

Former Maccabi TLV star drafted 9th overall by Washington creates Hebrew Twitter page, lights first Hanukkah candle.

Israeli NBA star lights Hanukkah candles

Israel's Deni Avdija, picked by the Washington Wizards, lights Hanukkah candles in team uniform as part of Israeli embassy online ceremony

Israeli Teen Deni Avdija set to make history after NBA draft

Israeli-Serbian basketball player Deni Avdija selected by Washington Wizards in 9th spot in NBA draft.

Israeli drafted to NBA: 'Amazing' to be able to represent Israel

"For me to represent my country and be in the highest spot possible is amazing,” Deni Avdija says after being drafted in top ten.

Israeli basketball player Deni Avdija drafted to the NBA

Avdija, 19, selected 9th overall by the Washington Wizards in the NBA draft.