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Arenas Calls Avdija Weakest Link on New Trail Blazers
Former NBA player Gilbert Arenas controversially stated that Israeli player Deni Avdija is the "weakest link" on the new Portland Trail Blazers team. Arenas made the comments on his podcast, "Gil's Arena," sparking debate with fellow panelists, including former player Baron Davis.
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What happened
- 01Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas called Deni Avdija the "weakest link" on the new Portland Trail Blazers.
- 02Arenas made the controversial statement on his podcast, "Gil's Arena," during a discussion about the team.
- 03Fellow panelist Baron Davis strongly disagreed, repeatedly calling Avdija "the guy" and a key player.
- 04Davis argued Avdija should be developed into an All-Star to support teammates Lillard and Morant.
- 05Arenas later acknowledged Avdija's free-throw shooting as a potentially key offensive asset for the team.
Davis defended Avdija, calling him "the guy" and suggesting he should be developed into an All-Star. Arenas later conceded Avdija's free-throw ability could be crucial for the team.
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