Deni Avdija Collectible Card Sells for Record $54,000
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Israeli NBA player Deni Avdija's rookie season trading card sold for a record $54,000, highlighting his growing market value. Concurrently, Avdija has launched a protein brand called TURBO, offering ice cream and bars. His team, the Portland Trail Blazers, are also enjoying a successful 3-0 start to the NBA season, with Avdija contributing significantly.
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- Deni Avdija's rare rookie trading card sold for a record $54,000 at auction.
- The sale signifies Avdija's increasing popularity and potential in the NBA.
- Avdija co-founded TURBO, a protein brand with ice cream and bars available in Israel.
- His team, the Portland Trail Blazers, have started the NBA season with a 3-0 record.
- Avdija recently had a career-high performance against the Los Angeles Lakers.
A rare trading card featuring Israeli NBA player Deni Avdija has set a new record for Israeli basketball memorabilia, selling at auction for approximately $54,000 (around 200,000 shekels). The card, from Avdija's rookie season with the Washington Wizards, is from the Panini Immaculate Collection and includes his autograph and an official NBA logo patch from his jersey. This unique combination makes it a highly sought-after item among top collectors and signifies Avdija's growing status and potential in the league.
Beyond his on-court achievements, Avdija has also expanded his brand into the business world, particularly in the food sector. He co-founded TURBO, a new protein brand, and was actively involved in its product development, flavor creation, and quality standards. Recently, the brand expanded its offerings with a new strawberry cream flavor and protein bars, which were served on El Al premium flights. Avdija's TURBO products are available at approximately 3,000 points of sale across Israel, including various convenience stores and supermarkets.
This record sale and business ventures coincide with a strong start to the NBA season for Avdija and his new team, the Portland Trail Blazers, who are currently undefeated at 3-0. Avdija recently delivered a standout performance against the Los Angeles Lakers, scoring 23 points, dishing out 9 assists, grabbing 4 rebounds, and achieving a plus-minus of +8 in 33 minutes. The Trail Blazers will look to continue their winning streak when they play the Memphis Grizzlies.
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