NBA
Israeli-media coverage mentioning NBA, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Danny Avdija Likely to Make NBA All-Star Team Again, Depends on Blazers' Performance
Israeli NBA player Danny Avdija is expected to be selected for the All-Star game again this season, depending on the Portland Trail Blazers' performance and his health. Analysts h…
Iranian State TV Threatens Donald Trump’s Son with Death and Reveals Security Details
Iranian state TV aired a video threatening Barron Trump, revealing his security details and claiming a bounty on him. The threats follow similar warnings against other Trump famil…
American Rebbe Leads Uplifting Torah Gathering in Kiryat Herzog for Elul Month
The American Rebbe led a major Torah gathering in Kiryat Herzog for Elul, urging nightly study of Sukkah. Concurrently, Hasidic communities across Israel celebrated weddings, bar…
Israeli Guard Omer Mayer Poised for Breakout Season at Purdue Ahead of 2027 NBA Draft
Israeli basketball guard Omer Mayer is set for a crucial 2026/27 season at Purdue, aiming to become a top NBA prospect for the 2027 draft. With increased responsibilities and stro…
Nolan Traore Emerges as Brooklyn Nets' Most Improved Player Ahead of Ben Sharaf's Second NBA Season
Ben Sharaf faces increased competition for playing time with the Brooklyn Nets after the team drafted Michael Brown Jr. and Nolan Traore showed significant improvement. Nets forwa…
Israeli Tech Expert Develops AI System to Ensure Accurate Jewish Legal Rulings
Israeli technologist Asaf Lecht has developed an AI system using RAG technology to provide accurate Jewish legal rulings based on Rabbi Yehoshua Inbal's works, preventing AI-gener…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Welcomes Bonzi Colson Back with High Hopes for New Season
Maccabi Tel Aviv is preparing for the new basketball season with the return of forward Bonzi Colson, who has been warmly welcomed by the club. New guard Kiton Wallace will join tr…
Former Intelligence Minister Elazar Stern Joins Gadi Eizenkot’s Yisra Party
Elazar Stern, former Israeli Minister of Intelligence and retired IDF Major General, has joined Gadi Eizenkot’s Yisra party. Stern brings extensive military and political experien…
New Haredi Party Seeks Alliance with Ofer Winter or Moshe Feiglin Ahead of Elections
The newly formed Haredi public party led by Moti Leitner is negotiating alliances with Ofer Winter's or Moshe Feiglin's parties ahead of the elections, promoting Haredi integratio…
Forensic Report Fails to Determine Cause of Eldar Dayan's Death, Complicating Murder Investigation
The Abu Kabir Forensic Institute could not determine Eldar Dayan's cause of death due to the decomposed state of his remains, complicating the murder investigation. Two suspects r…
Raanana Council Member Inbar Samovski Joins Yisrael Beiteinu Party
Inbar Samovski, a Raanana city council member and business leader, has joined the Yisrael Beiteinu party, endorsing Avigdor Lieberman and aiming to bring her local and entrepreneu…
Singer Hershy Eisenbach Teams Up with Waldan Butcher Shop for Holiday Giveaway
Waldan butcher chain, with singer Hershy Eisenbach as presenter, invites customers to share a video and follow their status for a chance to win a premium meat package ahead of the…
Chef Ran Shmueli Sells Stake in Claro Restaurants to Longtime Partner
Chef Ran Shmueli and Zohar Maron-Shmueli have sold their shares in the acclaimed Claro restaurants in Tel Aviv and London to longtime partner Irit Kolber. The restaurants, known f…
Israeli Judoka Ella Bar Lev Wins Cadet World Championship, Eyes Olympic Gold
Israeli judoka Ella Bar Lev won the Cadet World Judo Championship, becoming the first Israeli to do so. At 16, she aims to become an Olympic champion and credits her coaches and r…
Rabbi Ben Zion Nesher, Esteemed Tel Aviv Rabbi and Dayan, Passes Away at 76
Rabbi Ben Zion Nesher, a leading rabbinic figure and dayan in Tel Aviv, died suddenly at 76. He served as rabbi of the Trumpeldor neighborhood and held key roles in the Chief Rabb…
Lonnie Walker Faces Uncertain Future After Denver Nuggets Sign DeMar Drozun
Lonnie Walker's NBA future is uncertain after the Denver Nuggets signed DeMar Drozun, reducing Walker's chances to make the team. With a crowded roster and salary cap concerns, De…
Artyom Dolgopyat Wins Third European Floor Exercise Title, Overcomes Doubts and Younger Rivals
Israeli gymnast Artyom Dolgopyat won his third European floor exercise gold in Zagreb, overcoming past doubts and younger competitors. At 29, he reaffirmed his elite status with a…
Daniel Theis Joins Maccabi Tel Aviv Amid Security Challenges and Past Financial Struggles
German basketball player Daniel Theis signed a two-year deal with Maccabi Tel Aviv after a failed stint in France and financial troubles in Monaco. Despite Israel's security issue…
Israeli Police Prepare Crucial Confrontation in Eldar Dayan Murder Case
Israeli police are preparing a key confrontation in the Eldar Dayan murder case as the detention of suspects ends and forensic results remain pending. A crucial hearing next Monda…
Former Maccabi Tel Aviv Player James Nunnally Called to USA Basketball Team
Former Maccabi Tel Aviv player James Nunnally has been selected for the USA Basketball team competing against Chile and Colombia. The roster, coached by Terry Stotts, features Eur…
Israel Basketball Team Heads to Georgia Ahead of Crucial World Cup Qualifiers
The Israeli basketball team has flown to Georgia for a friendly before crucial World Cup qualifier games in Latvia. Missing key NBA players, the team aims to improve on a 2-4 reco…
Israeli Singer Inbal Bibi Marries Artist Roy Kornblum in Jerusalem Ceremony
Israeli singer Inbal Bibi and artist Roy Kornblum marry in Jerusalem with a Canaan-themed ceremony. The couple, who began dating in late 2024, exchanged proposals to each other an…
German Authorities Identify Suspect in 1970 Munich Jewish Nursing Home Arson After 56 Years
German police have identified Brand W. as the suspect in the 1970 Munich Jewish nursing home arson that killed seven Holocaust survivors. The suspect, a known neo-Nazi who died in…
Australian Crypto CEO Proposes Reviving Malaysia’s Ghost City as AI and Blockchain Hub
Malaysian authorities closed a tech commune in the failed Forest City project after discovering Israeli citizens entered using foreign passports. Australian crypto CEO Jeff Yeo pr…
Tel Aviv Court Rejects Contractor’s 700,000 Shekel Claim Against Isrotel Hotel, Orders 100,000 Shekel Payment
A Tel Aviv court rejected a waterproofing contractor’s 707,707 shekel claim against Isrotel’s Mitzpe Hayamim Hotel, citing a binding dispute resolution clause and lack of proper l…
Electra Considers Ending Carrefour's Participation in Israel's State Basket Program Over Profit Concerns
Electra Consumer Products is considering ending Carrefour's participation in Israel's government-backed "State Basket" program due to profitability concerns, despite increased cus…
Murder Case of Eldar Dayan Faces Possible Collapse Amid Lack of Autopsy Report
The murder case against suspects in Eldar Dayan's death is jeopardized by the absence of a conclusive autopsy report, with video evidence supporting the suspects' version and rais…
Eyal Berkovich and Ze'ev Avrahami Debate Transgender Women in Women's Sports Amid WNBA Controversy
Eyal Berkovich and Ze'ev Avrahami discussed the heated debate over transgender women in women's sports on Israeli radio, sparked by Enes Kanter Freedom's statement about joining t…
Shake Milton Struggles at Partizan Belgrade Before Joining Hapoel Jerusalem
Shake Milton struggled with injuries and adapting to European basketball during his first season at Partizan Belgrade, leading to his release. He has now joined Hapoel Jerusalem…
Electra Wins 2 Billion Shekel Contract for Major Highway 5 Fast Lane Project
Electra Ltd. won a 2 billion shekel contract to build a 25-kilometer two-way fast lane on Highway 5, including a large parking and transportation complex at Kesem Interchange. The…
Danny Avdija Faces New Role Challenges as Portland Trail Blazers Reshape Roster
Israeli NBA player Danny Avdija faces a new challenge as Portland Trail Blazers add stars Ja Morant and Damian Lillard, requiring him to share ball-handling duties. Despite this…
Wong Restaurant Chef Sues for Nearly 3.8 Million Shekels Over Unpaid Wages and Poor Conditions
A Chinese chef who worked at Tel Aviv's Wong restaurant for over five years alleges unpaid wages, excessive hours, and poor working conditions, suing for nearly 3.8 million shekel…
Garrison Mathews Joins Olimpia Milano for First EuroLeague Season After Six Years in NBA
Garrison Mathews, who played alongside Israeli Deni Avdija in the NBA, has signed with Olimpia Milano for his first EuroLeague season after six years in the NBA.
Judges Association Holds Pre-Season Press Conference Ahead of Israeli Football Leagues
The Judges Association conducted a live press conference on August 18, 2026, with Giora Inbar addressing the media ahead of the new Israeli football season.
Seven-Year-Old Boy Fatally Stabbed in Beit Shemesh Home, Suspect Arrested
Seven-year-old Hallel Mordechai Dadon was fatally stabbed in Beit Shemesh, with his four-year-old cousin seriously injured. The suspect, a neighbor described as mentally unstable…
Danny Avdija Faces Leadership Test as Portland Trail Blazers Reshape Roster
Danny Avdija faces a leadership challenge as the Portland Trail Blazers add Ja Morant and regain Damian Lillard for the 2026/2027 NBA season. Analysts suggest Avdija may need to r…
Israeli Guard Omer Mayer Ranked Among Top 100 College Basketball Players Ahead of New Season
Israeli guard Omer Mayer is ranked 83rd among the top 100 college basketball players for the 2025/26 season. After a modest rookie year at Purdue, he is expected to take a leading…
Tyrese Haliburton Recalls 2020 NBA Draft Moment When Deni Avdija Was Picked Instead
Tyrese Haliburton shared his 2020 NBA Draft experience, revealing he expected to be picked earlier but was surprised when Deni Avdija was selected ahead of him by Washington. Hali…
Thousands Gather for Grand Celebrations and Memorials in Hasidic Communities Worldwide
Hasidic communities worldwide recently held major religious events including memorials, celebrations, and spiritual gatherings. Thousands attended the 14th yahrzeit of the Shomrei…
Two Young Children Seriously Injured in Violent Incident in Beit Shemesh
Two young boys were seriously injured in a violent attack in Beit Shemesh, with one unconscious, as police investigate a possible mentally unstable assailant.
Israeli Film 'My One and Only' Blends Alien Invasion, Exorcism, and Religious Themes in Unique Debut
The Israeli film "My One and Only," directed by David Tauber, premiered this week after a festival debut last year. The film uniquely blends supernatural horror, religious themes…
Top 7 Lunch Deals in Tel Aviv for Families, Dates, and Foodies
Tel Aviv features seven top lunch deals ranging from casual family-friendly spots to elegant fine dining, showcasing local and international flavors at accessible prices. These cu…
David Roddy Joins Hapoel Jerusalem, Aims for EuroCup Victory Over NBA Career
David Roddy, a 25-year-old forward with NBA experience, has joined Hapoel Jerusalem for the 2026/27 season, aiming to win the EuroCup and advance to the EuroLeague. He views Europ…
Former Cleveland Cavaliers Player Recalls Why David Blatt Was Fired Despite NBA Finals Run
David Blatt was fired mid-season in 2016 despite leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to the NBA Finals and holding the best Eastern Conference record. Former player Brandon Haywood ci…
Head & Shoulders Ice Bath Challenge Cools Down Tel Aviv's Summer Heat
Head & Shoulders and Super-Pharm hosted an ice bath challenge at Tel Aviv's Frishman Beach to promote a cooling anti-dandruff shampoo. Actors Stav Asraf and Dor Azami, along with…
Yiddish Stage Production Draws Nearly 10,000 to Elad Auditorium with Historic Sets and Strong Message
A Yiddish play titled 'Shudelig' was staged six times at Elad's municipal auditorium during the summer break, attracting nearly 10,000 attendees. Featuring elaborate historical se…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Center Armando Bacot Reveals Earning Over $2 Million in College Basketball
Armando Bacot, Maccabi Tel Aviv's new center, revealed he earned over $2 million during his college basketball career at North Carolina, attributing his financial success to the u…
Amar'e Stoudemire Enters Basketball Hall of Fame, Reflects on Spiritual Journey and Time in Israel
Amar'e Stoudemire was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame, reflecting on his 20-year private study of Torah, his move to Israel after his NBA career, and his impact with the…