Damian Lillard Praises Deni Avdija's Unapologetic Transparency
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Portland Trail Blazers legend Damian Lillard praised Israeli player Deni Avdija's transparent and unapologetic nature in an ESPN interview. Lillard highlighted Avdija's willingness to admit mistakes and fatigue, contrasting it with his own approach. Lillard also discussed his gratitude for the Blazers' faith in him and reflected on his career path, emphasizing the current team's talent and lack of ego.
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- Damian Lillard called Israeli player Deni Avdija "shameless" and "super transparent" in an ESPN interview.
- Lillard noted Avdija would admit to being tired after defensive lapses, unlike himself.
- Lillard expressed gratitude to the Blazers for believing in him after his release from Milwaukee.
- The Blazers legend stated his past trade was necessary for the current team's formation.
- Lillard described the current Portland Trail Blazers team as talented and ego-free.
Portland Trail Blazers legend Damian Lillard spoke about Israeli player Deni Avdija in an interview with ESPN, ahead of their game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Lillard described Avdija as a "funny guy" with an "unapologetic, shameless" attitude, highlighting his honesty.
Lillard recounted a hypothetical scenario where Avdija, after missing a shot and being slow to get back on defense due to fatigue, would apologize to his teammates during a timeout, admitting he was tired. "He'll just say what he feels and thinks," Lillard explained. "I would say it was my mistake, but I wouldn't admit I was tired. He's super transparent."
In a separate interview with NBC, Lillard expressed gratitude to the Blazers for believing in him after his release from Milwaukee. He stated the team knew he could be relied upon and would not give up after an injury, understanding his reaction.
The 36-year-old guard reflected on his career journey, stating he has no regrets and believes everything was necessary. He feels the current team composition wouldn't have been possible without his initial trade, asserting he needed to leave for Portland to acquire its present players. Lillard characterized the current team as highly talented, ego-free, and playing a simple game.
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