Danny Abdia’s NBA career is underway. The Israeli rookie will make his debut tonight (Wednesday to Thursday) in the best basketball league in the world, when he will be hosted by Philadelphia 76 and its two stars – Joel Ambide and Ben Simmons.
- 02:00 Live broadcast on 5SPORT: Abdia’s debut game in the NBA
Even before the game that will open the season for Washington and Philly, the Wizards coach Scott Brooks Confirmed that Abdia would open in the top five alongside Russell Westbrook, Bradley Bill, Isaac Bonga and Thomas Bryant, and also praised: “Danny has earned his place.” Roy Hachimura is injured and will not take part in the upcoming games, while Davis Bartans will not play more than 20 minutes.
Abdia arrives at the festive game after recording a successful preparation, best remembered for the perfect performance against Kevin Durant and Brooklyn. The forward led the team from the capital in minutes, and in three games he averaged 10.3 points and 6.3 rebounds per game. His team finished the pre-season with a negative balance of 2: 1.
While Washington experienced a shock in its back line, the Sixers underwent a behind-the-scenes revolution. Doc Rivers was appointed head coach and Daryl Murray joined from Houston in order to make order. Ambide’s team that was eliminated in the first round last year and finished the preparation with a 0: 2 balance, once again aiming as far as possible.
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– Washington Wizards (@WashWizards) December 23, 2020
Let’s get it done, Wizards Nation! 💪
🏀 Bradley Beal
🏀 Russell Westbrook
🏀 Deni Avdija
🏀 Isaac Bonga
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