Maccabi Tel Aviv Suffers Worst EuroLeague Start After Third Loss
Translated & summarized from Sport5 by baba
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- Maccabi Tel Aviv's worst EuroLeague season start with three losses.
- Team lost 90-67 to Panathinaikos.
- Coach Katash cited lack of confidence and turnovers.
- Team needs to find a consistent playing style.
- First win is crucial for energy and confidence.
Maccabi Tel Aviv experienced its worst-ever EuroLeague season start, losing its third game to Panathinaikos with a score of 90-67 on Friday. Coach Oded Katash expressed his disappointment, not just with the result but with the team's overall performance and lack of confidence. He noted the team's struggles with three-point shooting, committing 10 missed attempts in the first half, and turnovers that led to easy points for the opponent. Katash described a lack of security and poor body language from his players.
Katash elaborated that while the team showed effort against a capable opponent, a few successful shots could have boosted their confidence. However, he pointed to excessive turnovers unrelated to their intended strategy. The coach emphasized the need for the team to establish and believe in a playing style, stating they are not yet there. He acknowledged the team has shortcomings but declined to specify them.
Reflecting on the season's trajectory, Katash mentioned that in the first two games, Maccabi was outplayed. He admitted that after a previous win against Hapoel Tel Aviv, the team might have expected things to come more easily. The coach concluded by stressing the importance of finding a way to believe in their process and secure their first win to generate energy and confidence.
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