It was also a busy week for the other Israeli teams in European basketball competitions, as both “Reds” clubs picked up important wins in EuroCup play.
Three Israeli teams competing in the top two competitions found ways to lose, leaving their respective fanbases frustrated.
Two of those players — Deni Avdija and Amari Bailey — have changed uniforms, while All-Star Domantas Sabonis is entering his fourth season with the Sacramento Kings.
Maccabi Tel Aviv's overhauled roster and return to playing its ‘home’ games in Belgrade will make for another challenging Euroleague campaign.
In June 2024, Avdija was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers in a multi-player deal.
Maccabi isn’t in an ideal situation, but it isn’t to blame for that. When missiles are flying overhead and explosions are heard across the country, it’s frightening for anyone, Israeli or foreigner.
A new biography highlights Jewish sports pioneer Abe Saperstein, founder of the Harlem Globetrotters, and his influence on basketball's global rise, including introducing the three-point shot.
Maccabi Tel Aviv begins the Euroleague in Belgrade, featuring Will Rayman's debut.
With 109-102, Maccabi Ramat Gan is advancing to the Winner Cup semis.
“I’m extremely excited to get going,” Harper began. “Just to be in a new situation, which is also a good situation for me."