Blazers’ Deni Avdija becomes first Israeli to be an NBA All-Star

PORTLAND, Oregon — Deni Avdija’s breakout 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