EuroLeague Power Rankings Predict Struggles for Israeli Teams
As the 2026-27 EuroLeague season approaches, a new power ranking from Eurohoops offers a less than optimistic outlook for Israeli teams Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv. The rankings place Panathinaikos at the top, followed by reigning champions Olympiacos and Real Madrid.
Hapoel Tel Aviv is projected to finish seventh, positioning them for the play-in tournament. The ranking notes their deep roster and past playoff success despite off-court issues, predicting another playoff appearance. However, their current home games being played in Bulgaria is cited as a potential factor influencing their season.
Maccabi Tel Aviv, in contrast, is predicted to miss the playoffs entirely, ranking outside the top ten. The analysis suggests that while they will compete for a playoff spot, their inability to play in Tel Aviv significantly impacts their chances. The article highlights that if Maccabi were playing in Tel Aviv, a playoff berth would be more certain.
Other teams mentioned in the play-in range include Partizan Belgrade, Anadolu Efes, and Valencia. Maccabi Tel Aviv's opening week opponent, ASVEL Villeurbanne, is ranked 15th, while Hapoel Tel Aviv's first opponent, Bayern Munich, is placed 16th. Virtus Bologna rounds out the bottom of the projected standings at 20th.
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