Hapoel Jerusalem Ranked Fourth in EuroCup Power Rankings
As the 2026-27 EuroCup season tips off, Hapoel Jerusalem has been placed fourth in a power ranking of the 32 participating teams released by Eurohoops. The Israeli club is set to begin its campaign against Germany's Anze Rostock.
The top spot in the rankings belongs to PAOK Thessaloniki, lauded for its "proven quality, depth, and coaching," featuring players like Nick Calathes and coach Andrea Trinchieri. Besiktas Istanbul secured second place with a deep backcourt, while Aris Thessaloniki, boasting the highest individual talent ceiling, is ranked third.
Hapoel Jerusalem's fourth-place position acknowledges its strong roster despite the injury absence of Jared Harper. Eurohoops highlighted the team's particularly deep backcourt, including Jalin Smith, Lorenzo Brown, and Shake Milton, as well as significant frontcourt strength with players like Kenny Lofton Jr. and David Roddy. The squad, under coach Sasa Obradovic, is seen as built for a deep run in the competition.
Rounding out the top five is Tenerife, which has maintained much of its experienced core and European basketball acumen despite a coaching change. The ranking also lists the full order of the 32 teams, with Turk Telekom, Venezia, and Buducnost among those following Tenerife.
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