Israeli courage shines as Avdija triumphs, proving Israel’s strength endures beyond terror, pressure, and distractions.
Israeli basketball standout Deni Avdija was involved in a minor car accident Friday while traveling to his home game in Portland, after another driver ran a red light and struck his vehicle. Avdija was unharmed, continued to the arena, and refused to let disruption dictate the night.
The forward went on to dominate for the Portland Trail Blazers in their matchup against the Houston Rockets, leading Portland to a 111–105 comeback victory. Avdija delivered 20 points, 6 assists, 3 rebounds, and 2 steals, embodying Israeli resolve under pressure.
The win marked Portland’s second straight victory over Houston and followed Avdija’s historic recognition as Western Conference Player of the Week—his first such honor in the NBA.
As global critics obsess over narratives that undermine Israel, Avdija continues to answer with excellence, discipline, and performance. Now ranked seventh in early fan voting, he stands just two spots away from a Western Conference starting role in next month’s All-Star Game in Los Angeles.
From accident to arena dominance, Avdija’s night sent a clear message: Israeli strength is not derailed—it accelerates forward.
