Lillard Praises Avdija's Unapologetic Honesty and Team Chemistry
Translated & summarized from Sport5 by baba
Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard praised teammate Deni Avdija's "unapologetic, shameless" and transparent nature. Lillard also expressed gratitude for the team's faith in him after his release from Milwaukee, stating his past moves were necessary for the current roster's success.
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- Damian Lillard called teammate Deni Avdija "unapologetic" and "shameless" in his honesty.
- Lillard highlighted Avdija's transparency, noting he would admit fatigue after mistakes.
- Lillard thanked the Trail Blazers for believing in him after his release from Milwaukee.
- He stated his past trade moves were necessary for the current talented, ego-free roster.
- The Trail Blazers are set to face the Los Angeles Lakers.
Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard spoke about his Israeli teammate Deni Avdija ahead of their first significant test against the Los Angeles Lakers. Lillard described Avdija as a "funny guy" with an "unapologetic, shameless" attitude, highlighting his transparency. Lillard recounted a hypothetical scenario where Avdija, after a defensive lapse due to fatigue, would openly apologize and take responsibility, admitting he was tired. Lillard contrasted this with his own approach, stating he would admit fault but not necessarily fatigue. "He is super transparent," Lillard said.
In a separate interview with NBC, Lillard expressed gratitude to the Trail Blazers for believing in him after his release from Milwaukee. He stated the team knew they could rely on him and that he wouldn't give up after an injury. The 36-year-old guard reflected on his career journey, saying he has no regrets and that every step was necessary for the current team's formation. He believes his trade was essential for Portland to acquire its present roster, emphasizing the team's talent, lack of ego, and the resulting simplicity of their play.
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