Israeli Player Deni Avdija Nominated for NBA Player of the Week
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Israeli player Deni Avdija of the Portland Trail Blazers was nominated for the NBA Western Conference Player of the Week award. He was recognized for his strong performance this season, averaging 21.5 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 7.2 assists. Luka Dončić won the award in the West, and Jalen Brunson in the East. The Trail Blazers have started the 2026-27 season with a 6-2 record.
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- Deni Avdija was nominated for NBA Western Conference Player of the Week.
- Avdija is averaging 21.5 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 7.2 assists for the Trail Blazers.
- The Portland Trail Blazers have a 6-2 record early in the 2026-27 NBA season.
- Luka Dončić won the Western Conference Player of the Week award.
- Jalen Brunson was named Player of the Week in the Eastern Conference.
Israeli basketball player Deni Avdija of the Portland Trail Blazers was among the nominees for the NBA's Player of the Week award in the Western Conference. The NBA announced the weekly award winners for the Eastern and Western Conferences, recognizing top performers. Avdija, who has been a standout player for the Trail Blazers this season, was considered for the honor alongside other notable players like LaMelo Ball, Stephen Curry, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Victor Wembanyama, and Austin Reaves. The Portland Trail Blazers have had a strong start to the 2026-27 season, holding a 6-2 record. Avdija's nomination highlights his significant contributions, with averages of 21.5 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 7.2 assists. Ultimately, Luka Dončić of the Lakers won the award in the West, leading his team to four consecutive wins with an average of 45 points, seven rebounds, and 8.3 assists. In the East, Jalen Brunson received the award, averaging 27.7 points and 6.3 assists, with his team achieving a 3-0 record.
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