Maccabi Tel Aviv Dominates Kiryat Ata to Reach Winner Cup Semifinals
Maccabi Tel Aviv bounced back from a disappointing EuroLeague loss with a resounding 109-61 victory over Ironi Kiryat Ata in the Winner Cup quarterfinals. The win secures their spot in the semifinals against Hapoel Jerusalem.
After a closely contested first quarter that ended 18-18, Maccabi Tel Aviv significantly increased their intensity, dominating both ends of the court and pulling away decisively. The lead expanded throughout the game, reaching nearly 50 points at one stage in the second half.
Daniel Theis led Maccabi with 15 points, supported by 14 from Bonzie Colson and 13 from John DiBartolomeo, who shot a perfect 4-for-4 from three-point range. Six Maccabi players scored in double figures, highlighting effective ball distribution and load management by coach Oded Katash.
The dominant performance served as a crucial confidence boost following their EuroLeague opener defeat, demonstrating the team's offensive capability and defensive pressure when operating at a higher tempo.
Maccabi Tel Aviv will now face Hapoel Jerusalem in the Winner Cup semifinals on Sunday, but first, they have a significant EuroLeague matchup against Besiktas on Wednesday.
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