Hapoel Tel Aviv Secures Major EuroLeague Victory Over Real Madrid
Translated & summarized from Walla by baba
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- Hapoel Tel Aviv secured a significant 102-98 EuroLeague victory over Real Madrid.
- Elijah Bryant led Hapoel with 22 points, 13 rebounds, and 7 assists.
- Bruno Caboclo had a standout performance, scoring 15 points on perfect three-point shooting.
- The win provided relief after recent losses, including one to Bayern Munich.
- The team will now compete in the Winner Cup semifinals in Israel.
Hapoel Tel Aviv achieved a significant 102-98 victory against Real Madrid in their second EuroLeague game of a demanding double week. This win came after an initial loss to Bayern Munich and a defeat in the Super Cup, placing considerable pressure on the team. The victory over Real Madrid, however, brought immense relief and celebration, contrasting sharply with the dejection felt after the previous loss.
The game saw Hapoel Tel Aviv start strong, building a nine-point lead by the end of the first quarter, with key contributions from Bruno Caboclo, Elijah Bryant, and Zach LeDay. Their second quarter was particularly dominant, extending their lead to 20 points by halftime. However, Real Madrid mounted a significant comeback in the second half, led by Theo Maledon and Timothé Luwawu-Cabarrot, taking a one-point lead late in the third quarter.
Hapoel Tel Aviv, spearheaded by Elijah Bryant, managed to regain control, stopping Real's run and securing the win. Bryant finished with an impressive 22 points, 13 rebounds, and 7 assists, emphasizing the importance of learning from losses. Vasa Micić also contributed significantly with 22 points, and Zach LeDay added 15.
A standout performance came from Bruno Caboclo, who started for the first time in the EuroLeague this season and scored 15 points on perfect 5-of-5 shooting from three-point range. He expressed feeling well-prepared mentally and physically, crediting the team's focus and coach Dimitris Itoudis's efforts.
Following the EuroLeague success, Hapoel Tel Aviv will return to Israel for the Winner Cup semifinals against Ironi Ness Ziona on Saturday. Some players who played significant minutes in the double week may rest during this domestic cup game. The team is also scheduled to hold an event commemorating those lost on October 7th during the week.
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