Draymond Green Praises Deni Avdija's NBA Growth
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Golden State Warriors player Draymond Green lauded Israeli forward Deni Avdija on his podcast for his significant NBA development, calling him an All-Star caliber player. Green praised Avdija's offensive skills, aggressive style, and rebounding ability, noting he made things difficult for opponents. He also suggested Avdija might be Israel's greatest basketball player ever. Green expressed satisfaction seeing Avdija's hard work pay off in the NBA.
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- Draymond Green praised Deni Avdija's NBA growth on Green's podcast.
- Green called Avdija an All-Star caliber player with impressive averages.
- He admitted Avdija made things difficult for him and his team on the court.
- Green highlighted Avdija's strong ability to attack the basket and his aggressive style.
- Avdija's coach, Chauncey Billups, advised him to rebound and run the floor.
- Green suggested Avdija could be Israel's greatest basketball player ever.
Golden State Warriors player Draymond Green hosted Israeli forward Deni Avdija on his podcast, "The Draymond Green Show," for an open conversation where Green expressed significant admiration for Avdija's development in the NBA. Green highlighted Avdija's transformation from a promising young player into an All-Star caliber player, noting his impressive averages of 24 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists in a recent game against Portland. He recalled their direct matchups, admitting with a smile that Avdija made things very difficult for him and his team last season, particularly praising his ability to attack the basket.
Green further elaborated on Avdija's professional skills, commending his tough defense and his ability to drive to the hoop, which he described as being as strong as any player he has seen. When Avdija mentioned how advice from coach Chauncey Billups to rebound and run the floor unlocked his game, Green enthusiastically agreed, stating it was a key element that also frees up his own play. Green explained that many talented young players miss this crucial aspect of rebounding and pushing the ball in transition, which opens up the entire offensive game.
The Warriors star also complimented Avdija's aggressive style and readiness for physical contact, asserting that his playoff-ready game suits the intensity of postseason play. Green recalled a past physical encounter where Avdija did not back down, stating he always appreciates someone willing to go all the way. Green concluded by acknowledging Avdija's status in his home country, calling him possibly the greatest basketball player Israel has ever produced, and expressed joy at seeing Avdija's hard work translate into becoming one of the toughest players in the NBA.
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