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Historic Nets vs. Blazers Game Features Three Israeli Players

3/17/2026

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On March 16, 2026, the Brooklyn Nets played the Portland Trail Blazers, featuring three Israeli players: Deni Avdija, Ben Saraf, and Danny Wolf.
Nets coach Jordi Fernández highlighted the significance of this historic matchup.
Michael Porter Jr. approached a return from an ankle injury, while Day’Ron Sharpe and rookie Egor Dëmin were ruled out for the season.
The Nets started rookies Wolf, Nolan Traore, and Drake Powell, with veteran Terance Mann absent due to Achilles soreness.

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Story summary

On March 16, 2026, the Brooklyn Nets played the Portland Trail Blazers, featuring three Israeli players: Deni Avdija, Ben Saraf, and Danny Wolf.
Nets coach Jordi Fernández highlighted the significance of this historic matchup.
Michael Porter Jr. approached a return from an ankle injury, while Day’Ron Sharpe and rookie Egor Dëmin were ruled out for the season.
The Nets started rookies Wolf, Nolan Traore, and Drake Powell, with veteran Terance Mann absent due to Achilles soreness.