Hapoel Tel Aviv Ranked Sixth in EuroLeague, Maccabi Tel Aviv 13th
Translated & summarized from Sport5 by baba
Basket News' EuroLeague team rankings place Hapoel Tel Aviv at sixth for the 2026-27 season, while Maccabi Tel Aviv is ranked thirteenth. Hapoel's strong debut season and key signings contributed to their high ranking, whereas Maccabi's roster moves, despite notable additions, did not secure a top-ten position.
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- Hapoel Tel Aviv ranked sixth in EuroLeague, Maccabi Tel Aviv thirteenth.
- Rankings are for the upcoming 2026-27 EuroLeague season.
- Hapoel qualified directly for playoffs in their debut season.
- Key Hapoel additions include Zach LeDay and Tomáš Satoranský.
- Maccabi signed Bonzie Colson, Daniel Theis, and Yam Madar.
As the 2026-27 EuroLeague season approaches, Basket News has released its team rankings, revealing a significant gap between the two Tel Aviv clubs. Hapoel Tel Aviv secured a respectable sixth place, while Maccabi Tel Aviv fell outside the top ten, ranked thirteenth.
Hapoel Tel Aviv achieved direct qualification to the playoffs in their debut EuroLeague season, overcoming a turbulent season and playing their home games away from their usual venue. Following this successful campaign, the club focused on building upon their established foundation during the summer. Basket News highlighted Zach LeDay and Tomáš Satoranský as key additions for Hapoel in the upcoming season.
Regarding Maccabi Tel Aviv, despite the departure of Lonnie Walker, the team made several significant moves over the summer. Basket News noted the return of Bonzie Colson, the acquisition of Daniel Theis from Villeurbanne, and the signing of Yam Madar from city rivals Hapoel Tel Aviv. Nevertheless, the media outlet explained that the constructed roster has not yet convinced the rankers enough to place the Yellows within the top ten.
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