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Draymond Green Praises Deni Avdija's NBA Ascent
Israeli NBA player Deni Avdija appeared on Draymond Green's podcast on Sunday, reflecting on his challenging start in the league, his recent playoff experience, and his unexpected rise to becoming an All-Star.
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What happened
- 01Israeli NBA player Deni Avdija discussed his career journey and playoff experiences on Draymond Green's podcast on Sunday.
- 02Avdija described his November 2020 draft night as unusual because it occurred late at night at home with his family.
- 03He recalled the difficulty of moving to Washington D.C. during the COVID-19 pandemic, describing the city as a ghost town.
- 04Avdija characterized the playoff series against the San Antonio Spurs as a highly physical battle, specifically mentioning their player Wemby.
- 05He acknowledged that his selection as an All-Star was unexpected and not something he had initially anticipated.
- 06For the 2026/27 season, Avdija will play alongside NBA stars Damian Lillard and Ja Morant.
- 07Avdija expressed gratitude to Israeli basketball fans who wake up early to watch his games regardless of his performance.
Avdija recalled his unusual draft night in November 2020, which took place late at night at home with his family, and described his difficult transition to Washington D.C. during the COVID-19 pandemic. He characterized his team's playoff series against the San Antonio Spurs as a highly physical and demanding battle, particularly due to the size of their player Wemby. Despite the challenges, Avdija noted that the series served as a valuable learning experience.
Looking ahead to the 2026/27 season, Avdija will play alongside stars Damian Lillard and Ja Morant. He admitted that his All-Star selection was unexpected but welcomed the high expectations. Avdija also expressed deep gratitude for the consistent support of Israeli fans, who wake up early to watch his games.
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