Deni Avdija became the highest drafted player from Israel in NBA history by going No. 9 overall to the Washington Wizards at the meeting on Nov. 18. At age 19, the 6’9” Avdija is considered a versatile, playmaking forward with a still-developing game. He helped Israel win the FIBA U-20 European Championships in 2018 and 2019, and is ranked as a good ballhandler and passer with a successful career ahead with Washington.                                            [JNS News photo]