Denny Avdija Ranked 38th in HoopsHype's Top 100 NBA Players List

Israeli basketball player Denny Avdija has been ranked 38th on HoopsHype's list of the top 100 players for the upcoming 2026-27 NBA season. This ranking places him lower than his 27th position on ESPN's recent list.

HoopsHype highlighted Avdija's significant progress, noting his "explosion" in the 2025-26 season where he was selected to his first All-Star game. He averaged an impressive 24 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists, a statistical line achieved by only three players that season, including Nikola Jokic and Luka Doncic.

The publication praised Avdija's strong first step and ability to use his shoulder to drive to the basket, making him difficult to defend. They also expressed optimism that his three-point shooting will improve, leading to a strong 2026-27 season and proving his previous performance was not a fluke. With a salary of just over $13 million for the season, Avdija is expected to be one of the league's most cost-effective contracts in 2026-27.

The HoopsHype list is topped by Victor Wembanyama, followed by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic. Other notable players ranked highly include Luka Doncic (4th), Giannis Antetokounmpo (7th), and LeBron James (28th).