Join our Community
Support ToI and remove all ads
Learn more
×

Portland Trail Blazers

Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (8) goes to the basket as San Antonio Spurs center/forward Luke Kornet defends during the first half in Game 5 of a first-round NBA playoffs basketball series in San Antonio, April 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
April 29, 2026, 10:56 am
Avdija’s breakout NBA season ends as Trail Blazers knocked out of playoffs
Israeli basketball star scores 22 points as team loses to San Antonio Spurs
By ToI Staff and Agencies
Deni Avdija of the Portland Trail Blazers reacts after scoring and drawing a foul against the Phoenix Suns during the first half of an NBA play-in tournament game at Mortgage Matchup Center on April 14, 2026, in Phoenix, Arizona. (Christian Petersen/Getty Images/AFP)
April 15, 2026, 8:43 am
In first for an Israeli, Avdija leads Portland to NBA playoffs with 41 points
Lead changes several times throughout game with Phoenix; Trail Blazers to face San Antonio in first round of Western Conference playoffs
By DAVID BRANDT
Spike Lee wears a pro-Palestinian shirt and bag as he smiles from his courtside seat during the NBA All-Star basketball game Feb. 15, 2026, in Inglewood, California (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
February 18, 2026, 11:48 am
Spike Lee defends pro-Palestinian outfit, says not meant to disrespect Avdija
Filmmaker says he was unaware Avdija was first Israeli NBA All-Star when he wore keffiyeh sweater to game, getup was ‘not intended as a gesture of hostility to Jewish people’
By ToI Staff
Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija drives to the basket against the New York Knicks during an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Amanda Loman)
February 15, 2026, 9:50 am
With breakout NBA season, Israel’s Avdija elevating his game to new heights
The first-ever Israeli to make the All-Star Game, the former Maccabi Tel Aviv superstar is boxing out haters while on a fast break to basketball greatness for the Trail Blazers
By Zev Stub
Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (8) goes for a layup during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Sacramento Kings, January 18, 2026, in Sacramento, California. (AP/Justine Willard)
January 23, 2026, 9:15 am
NBA star Deni Avdija laments ‘all the hate’ for being Israeli amid on-court success
Israeli power forward is in running for All-Star game, is current odds-on favorite to win Most Improved Player award, as he enjoys breakout season with Portland Trail Blazers
By ToI Staff
Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (8) is fouled by Sacramento Kings forward Precious Achiuwa (9) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, January 18, 2026, in Sacramento, California. (AP Photo/Justine Willard)
January 20, 2026, 10:23 am
Avdija falls short of NBA All-Star starting lineup, still has hope to be a reserve
While fans rate Israeli hoopster in top 5, players and media rank him lower, putting him 7th overall; coaches will now select the 7 non-starters for Feb. 12 game
By ToI Staff
Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija, middle, drives to the basket against Dallas Mavericks forward Naji Marshall, left, during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Portland, Oregon, December 29, 2025. (Howard Lao/AP)
December 30, 2025, 7:30 pm
Israel’s Deni Avdija 7th in NBA All-Star Game voting in West, continuing breakout season
24-year-old Portland Trail Blazers forward could become first-ever Israeli All-Star, on the heels of becoming Israel’s all-time leading NBA scorer earlier this month
By ToI Staff and Agencies
Fan Lavi Kirel waves an Israeli flag as basketball player Deni Avdija takes a free throw during a March 3 game in Philadelphia. (Jon Marks/Times of Israel)
March 11, 2025, 4:09 am
No longer riding pine, Deni Avdija blazes trail of pride for Israel across the NBA
Overcoming a slow start after arriving in Portland, the fifth-year forward is inspiring overt support for the Jewish state while putting up the best numbers of his career
By Jon Marks
Load More

Sign in or Join The Times of Israel Community

Sign in or Register

Paying ToI Community members are invited to comment on articles
Please use the following structure: example@domain.com
Or Continue with
By joining you agree to the terms and conditions
Register to continue
Or Continue with
Log in to continue
Sign in or Join The Times of Israel Community
Sign in or Register
Only ToI Community members can comment below articles
Forgot your password? / Send me a login link
Or Continue with
check your email
Check your email
We sent an email to you at .
It has a link that will sign you in.
Join The Times of Israel Community
Commenting is available for paying members of The Times of Israel Community only. Please join our Community to comment and enjoy other Community benefits.
Please use the following structure: example@domain.com
Confirm Mail
Thank you! Now check your email
You are now a member of The Times of Israel Community! We sent you an email with a login link to . Once you're set up, you can start enjoying Community benefits and commenting.
Back to top
Never miss breaking news on Israel
Get notifications to stay updated
You're subscribed
image
Register for free
and continue reading
Registering allows you to manage your newsletters and alerts and helps us improve your experience. It takes just a few seconds.
Already registered? Enter your email to sign in.
Please use the following structure: example@domain.com
Or Continue with
By registering you agree to the terms and conditions. Once registered, you’ll receive our Daily Edition email for free.
Register to continue
Or Continue with
Log in to continue
Sign in or Register
I forgot my password / Send me a sign in link
Or Continue with
check your email
Check your email
We sent an email to you at .
It has a link that will sign you in.