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Jewish basketball players to watch this NBA season

Menschwarmers · 29 Oct

Menschwarmers hosts discuss prominent Jewish figures in professional sports, highlighting basketball players like Deni Avdija, Domantas Sabonis, and rising stars Amari Bailey and Ben Saraf.

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The Jewish NBA players to watch as the 2024-2025 season tips off

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 18 Oct

As the 2024-2025 NBA season begins, Jewish players such as Deni Avdija, Amari Bailey, and Domantas Sabonis are ones to watch.

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Israeli Deni Avdija sits out Yom Kippur NBA game; Jewish BYU quarterback suits up

Philissa Cramer in Forward · 14 Oct

Deni Avdija, the Israeli NBA player for the Portland Trail Blazers, opted to sit out a preseason game on Yom Kippur, citing a shift in priorities following the recent Israel-Hamas conflict.

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Israeli Deni Avdija sits out Yom Kippur NBA preseason game; Jewish BYU football player suits up

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 14 Oct

Israeli NBA player Deni Avdija chose to sit out a preseason game with the Portland Trail Blazers on Yom Kippur, highlighting the importance of his Jewish heritage, especially in light of recent events in Israel.

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Beach volleyballer Sam Schachter qualified for the 2024 Olympics at the last moment. Here's how he's prepping for Paris

Menschwarmers · 4 Jul

Canadian Jewish beach volleyball player Sam Schachter shares his last-minute journey to qualifying for the 2024 Paris Olympics and his preparations to compete at the iconic venue under the Eiffel Tower.

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NBA’s only Israeli player traded from its second-worst team to its worst

Louis Keene in Forward · 27 Jun

Deni Avdija, the only Israeli player in the NBA, has been traded from the Washington Wizards to the Portland Trail Blazers after a successful season where he showcased career-high stats.

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Joe Mazzulla wants to take the Celtics to Israel. Will his MVP be willing to go?

Louis Keene in Forward · 18 Jun

Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla had promised to take the team to Israel if they won the NBA championship, a pledge now fulfilled with their victory.

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Mitch Albom on his sportswriting career, new Holocaust book and accidentally writing a hockey anthem

Menschwarmers · 28 Feb

Mitch Albom discusses his new Holocaust-themed novel, "The Little Liar," exploring themes of truth and deception through the story of Greek Jews during WWII, alongside reflections on his esteemed career in sportswriting.

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Deni Avdija, Israeli Washington Wizards forward, explodes for 43 points in career night

Louis Keene in Forward · 15 Feb

Deni Avdija, the Israeli forward for the Washington Wizards, had a career night, scoring 43 points and grabbing 14 rebounds in a game against the New Orleans Pelicans.

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S4E15 - How pro athletes and sports teams have responded to the Israel-Hamas war

Menschwarmers · 11 Oct 2023

In a podcast episode titled "S4E15 - How pro athletes and sports teams have responded to the Israel-Hamas war," the discussion focuses on the unique support shown by Jewish athletes, including Israeli athlete Deni Avdija, for Israel during the conflict.

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UCLA's Bailey set to join NBA's Jewish ranks

Louis Keene in Forward · 21 Jun 2023

Amari Bailey, a promising young basketball player with Jewish roots, was drafted by the Charlotte Hornets in the second round of the NBA Draft, making him one of the few Jewish players in the league.

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Deni Avdija wrote “Am Yisrael Chai” on his shoes. Then he proved it.

Louis Keene in Forward · 31 Mar 2022

During a game against the Orlando Magic, Washington Wizards forward Deni Avdija wrote "Am Yisrael Chai" (the nation of Israel lives) in Hebrew on his sneakers, in response to recent terrorist attacks in Israel.

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S2E2 - We Couldn't Get Deni Avdija, So Here's Fred Katz

Menschwarmers · 15 Feb 2021

The podcast episode discusses the impact of Israeli basketball player Deni Avdija joining the Washington Wizards, which generated excitement among Jewish NBA fans.

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S2E1 - A Long-Awaited Return, feat. Jody Avirgan

Menschwarmers · 31 Jan 2021

The Menschwarmers return after a ten-month hiatus, featuring Jody Avirgan, and delve into a wide array of topics including the revival of The Canadian Jewish News, Jewish athletes in recent sports highlights, and the intriguing history of ultimate frisbee.

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Dunk Contest: Ep. 257

Unorthodox · 7 Jan 2021

In this episode, Unorthodox delves into the struggles artists face today in an era dominated by big tech with William Deresiewicz, author of "The Death of the Artist," and shares insights into the world of sports through the lens of Shabbat-observant sportswriter Yaron Weitzman.

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Dunk Contest: Ep. 257

Unorthodox · 7 Jan 2021

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts interview William Deresiewicz, author of the book "The Death of the Artist," who discusses the challenges artists face in the modern age.

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