Israeli basketball star Deni Avdija makes history at the NBA All-Star Game
"It's a dream come true," Avdija said before the tournament, holding his Team World uniform with the Israeli flag and his number 8.
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Bethlehem soccer pitch becomes unlikely flashpoint in global soccer politics
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Maccabi Tel Aviv to auction NBA All-Star Deni Avdija’s final game-worn jersey
The auction will open Thursday at 5 p.m. Israel time on the club’s official online store, with bidding set to close Sunday at 6 p.m., hours before Avdija's NBA All-Star game.
Northern Israel’s 1st padel club launches
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US athlete Lindsey Vonn crashes in Olympic downhill skiing
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