Avdija first Israeli with NBA triple-double
In the final moments, Avdija had a chance to cap his historic night with a game-winning three-pointer, but the shot missed, sealing Portland’s defeat.
PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS Israel forward Deni Avdija (left) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers defender Isaac Okoro during the Cavs' 133-129 overtime victory. Avdija had a triple-double with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists in defeat.(photo credit: KEN BLAZE/IMAGN IMAGES)ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF