Hapoel Tel Aviv Defeats Partizan Belgrade in Closed Exhibition Game
Hapoel Tel Aviv secured an 83-94 victory over Partizan Belgrade in a closed exhibition game played on Saturday. The game, held in a small arena and closed to the public and media, saw Vasilije Micić lead Hapoel with 13 points and eight assists. The team rallied from a deficit in the final quarter, outscoring Partizan 30-19 to secure the win.
Despite a strong 38-minute performance from Partizan, Hapoel Tel Aviv finished the game effectively. Several Hapoel players, including Elijah Bryant, Jaron Blossomgame, and Antonio Blakeney, reportedly showed good form. Six Hapoel players scored in double figures.
Micić shot 3-of-6 from the field and 1-of-3 from three-point range, with only one turnover. Hapoel Tel Aviv recorded 17 assists against 12 turnovers and secured 28 defensive rebounds.
Following the game, Hapoel Tel Aviv coach Dimitris Itoudis commented on the team's progress, stating, "Our level is rising, as expected. We beat a EuroLeague team, which is a big test for us. We will continue to work on it."
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