trail blazers deni avdija all star.

Deni Avdija’s breakout has season earned him an All-Star nod. The Portland Trail Blazers forward was named as a Western Conference reserve on Sunday night. He was among 14 reserves announced for the All-Star showcase on Feb. 15 in Inglewood, California. Avdija is the first Israeli to be named an NBA All-Star. The 25-year-old was born in Beit Zera, a kibbutz on the southern shore of the Sea of Galilee. Avdija, nicknamed “Turbo,” is averaging career bests of 25.5 points and 6.7 assists along with 7.2 rebounds in 44 games. He’s one of three players averaging at least 25 points, seven rebounds and six assists, joining Nikola Jokic and Luka Doncic.