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The back pain that caused his first absence since the rookie season didn't hurt too much the positive momentum of Danny Avdia, who tonight (between Friday and Saturday) helped the Washington Wizards achieve their fourth consecutive victory through a varied contribution and another display of versatility.
Beyond the 13 points and 7 rebounds he contributed, the Israeli once again presented a dominant presence on the defensive side with 2 steals and a block, and on offense helped the team play with 6 assists.
"Abadiah has done a little bit of everything. If he can do it consistently, this game is proof of the kind of impact he can have," Chase Hughes wrote of the forward on NBC.
Do a little bit of everything.
Danny Avdia (Photo: GettyImages, Julio Aguilar)
The 21-year-old Avdia became the first player in the entire NBA to record such a statistical line coming off the bench.
In his 28 minutes on the court, Washington's No. 9 made five of eight shots from the field.
One of his blocks was on promising Magic rookie Paolo Bancro.
Coach Wes Anseld Jr. commented on the Israeli's handling of the young star, and marked a point for improvement: "Most of the time he was good. To be honest, I thought some of the fouls (5 in total) were a bit 'generous', but these players are very aggressive and achieve A lot of space when they go into the paint and the penalty line, so it's a good test for him to guard players like that. He has to know how to find the way."
Avdia also spoke about the contribution on the defensive side: "In most of my seasons I guarded all the positions, from 1 to 5, so I saw different match-ups. I saw physical players and faster players, so the experience helps me adjust myself. I faced a lot Good players. I like challenges, I like to guard the stars and I think I did a good job today showing physicality and helping the team win. I feel like I'm developing defensively every game. I'm learning new things, watching videos, I'm trying to take my defense to the next level and feel That this is just the beginning for me. I'm excited to see how far I can go, both defensively and offensively, but in the meantime I'm happy to learn every day. We have a special guard like Delon (Wright), who helps me a lot."
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with positive momentum.
Avdia and the Wizards players (Photo: GettyImages, Julio Aguilar)
"We got into a bit of a rhythm, we understand everyone's role and the way to win games. When everyone is focused, I feel we are a very good team," said the Israeli regarding his team's good season.
"Brad (Beal) and Taj (Gibson) didn't play today, but when we're at full strength we're dangerous and we just have to stay focused."
As for the assists, the forward added: "Since I started playing basketball, I've liked to create situations, get everyone involved, I've always been a team player. That's how I play, it's hard to change me. I have to be aggressive in the attack and score, but if my teammates are not involved and not in the rhythm, I'll make sure that they Getting into the rhythm with the help of my devotion."
Avdia, who came to the game in Orlando wearing the number 10 jersey worn by Pele in the New York Cosmos, as a mark of respect for the Brazilian who passed away the other day, was asked about this and answered: "I bought it at Disney yesterday, I felt that I wanted it especially after he passed away. I played soccer when I was little, so I felt the need To honor him, especially with a New York shirt which is definitely special. May he rest in peace."
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