Avdija’s National Team Absence Explained | Portland Trail Blazers News

Deni Avdija’s absence from Israel’s FIBA World Cup qualifiers has sparked backlash, but he’s standing firm—vowing his loyalty to his country while explaining he was medically advised by the Trail Blazers to prioritize his health amid a serious back injury. Though Israel’s team is already out, Avdija insists his decision wasn’t selfish; it was about protecting his long-term career. With Lillard returning and Morant joining Portland, Avdija may soon be the team’s offensive engine—and fans are watching closely to see if he can balance global pride with professional responsibility. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/57e0837db6bc55e4