Deni Avdija Sparks NBA Debate Calling Ja Morant 'Kid'
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Portland Trail Blazers player Deni Avdija caused a stir on social media after calling his new teammate Ja Morant a "great kid" on Draymond Green's podcast. Fans reacted with amusement and surprise, noting Morant is older than Avdija and has a more extensive NBA resume. Some users also referenced Morant's past legal troubles, questioning the appropriateness of the "kid" label.
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- Deni Avdija called new teammate Ja Morant a "great kid" on Draymond Green's podcast.
- The comment sparked online debate due to Morant being older and more established than Avdija.
- NBA fans found the age and experience disparity humorous.
- Some users referenced Ja Morant's past legal issues in their reactions.
- Avdija expressed excitement about playing with Morant and Damian Lillard.
Israeli basketball player Deni Avdija, now with the Portland Trail Blazers, recently appeared on Draymond Green's podcast, discussing his new teammates ahead of the upcoming season. Avdija expressed enthusiasm for playing alongside Damian Lillard and Ja Morant, praising their high basketball IQ and playmaking abilities.
However, one particular comment from Avdija about Morant, whom he called a "great kid" despite not knowing him previously, generated significant online reaction among NBA fans. The remark caused amusement and surprise, particularly because Morant is two years older than Avdija and has an established NBA career, including two All-Star selections.
Social media users questioned Avdija's choice of words, with some pointing to Morant's past legal issues, including arrests related to firearms, and sarcastically asking if he could be called a "kid." The disparity in age and experience between the two players also fueled the online discussion, with fans suggesting Morant might not appreciate being referred to as a "kid."
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