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Nes Ziona Outlasts Kiryat Ata in High-Scoring Winner's Cup Opener

By מערכת אתר ערוץ הספורט

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Ironi Nes Ziona defeated Ironi Kiryat Ata 98-94 in the opening game of the Winner's Cup, overcoming a significant lead and a late comeback attempt by Kiryat Ata.

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Nes Ziona beat Kiryat Ata 98-94 in the Winner's Cup.
Nes Ziona built a 21-point lead in the third quarter.
Kiryat Ata mounted a dramatic comeback attempt late in the game.
Paris Lee led Nes Ziona's offense with 19 points.
Both teams were involved in relegation battles last season.

Ironi Nes Ziona, a team that has significantly bolstered its roster with experienced European players, secured a hard-fought 98-94 victory over Ironi Kiryat Ata in their opening game of the Winner's Cup. The game, held Tuesday at the Ramat Gan Arena, saw Nes Ziona build a commanding 21-point lead in the third quarter after a balanced first quarter.

Nes Ziona's talent and depth began to show after the first quarter, with former EuroLeague steals leader Paris Lee orchestrating the offense. The team scored 46 points in the first half. Following halftime, Nes Ziona also improved defensively, and a strong third quarter performance from Freddy Gillespie, Jackson Rowe, and Justin James, outscoring Kiryat Ata 31-18, extended their lead significantly.

However, Kiryat Ata mounted a dramatic comeback attempt in the final quarter, led by Yuval Levin and Holland Woods, narrowing the deficit. Despite the late surge, Nes Ziona's James and Lee sealed the victory with crucial free throws.

Both teams were involved in difficult relegation battles last season, with Kiryat Ata ultimately securing their league status by defeating Nes Ziona in the final regular season game. This victory marks a strong start for the upgraded Nes Ziona squad in the new season.

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