I don’t have live access to up-to-date news in this moment. Based on the latest information I can recall, there isn’t a current, widely reported event tying Deni Avdija to the IDF in 2026. If you’d like, I can search the latest sources for you and summarize what’s new with citations.
Sources
As the only Israeli currently playing in the NBA, Avdija carries the weight of representing an entire nation and a global Jewish community that passionately follows his every move. By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF MARCH 27, 2025 21:38 Deni Avdija’s emergence as a key player for the Portland Trail Blaz...
hoodlumskateboardcompany.comWith Maccabi Tel Aviv season on hold NBA lottery prospect joins army, to continue service in US.
www.jpost.comTop Israeli basketball prospect Deni Avdija on Thursday announced he was entering the upcoming
www.janglo.netNBA draft prospect and Maccabi FOX Tel Aviv player Deni Avdija enlists for his mandatory military service.
www.eurohoops.netThe danger around the Portland star is that in making crucial debates into arguments about basketball, we lose sight of what is really important
www.theguardian.comFacebook Twitter Israel’s rising basketball star Deni Avdija joined the Israel Defense Forces on Wednesday to fulfill his mandatory army service to the country. The Maccabi Tel Aviv and Israel National Team forward is expected to be a Lottery Pick in the upcoming NBA Entry Draft and is slated to be selected with one of […]
sportsrabbi.comPortland Trail Blazers star Deni Avdija drew criticism from fans again over his Israeli connection.
www.sportskeeda.com