Deni Avdija showcased his skills in the game against the Atlanta Hawks on December 31, 2023, earning 1st place in the Night's Top 10 Plays. Despite his standout performance, the Washington Wizards still grapple with challenges in achieving team success.
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Avdija scored a remarkable 43 points, shooting over 50% from 3-point range.
Deni Avdija, Washington Wizards
The lowly Wizards were up most of the game only to blow it in the fourth, as Doncic and Irving dropped 26 pts apiece.
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In a game that saw the Washington Wizards break a six-game losing streak, Israeli sensation Deni Avdija played a pivotal role, showcasing his skills in a near triple-double performance against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena.
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In an amazing showdown, Deni Avdija steals the spotlight with an impressive 21-point, 13-rebound performance against the Brooklyn Nets at the Capital One Arena. Watch:
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Deni Avdija singing HaTikva
Dozens of Israeli fans attended the game between Atlanta and Washington and cheered for Deni Avdija with chants of "Am Yisrael Chai" (The people of Israel live). At the end of the game, Avdija joined the fans in singing HaTikva while draped in an Israeli flag.
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