Maccabi Tel Aviv Ranked Last in EuroLeague Power Rankings

Following the first double week of the 2026/27 EuroLeague season, the "Basketball Sphere" website has released its latest power rankings, placing Maccabi Tel Aviv at the bottom. The team, which began the season with a 0-3 record for the first time in its history, is ranked 20th and last. In contrast, Hapoel Tel Aviv has climbed to fourth place.

"Maccabi is the team that has dropped the most this week," the website stated, noting their losses by 16 and 23 points to Besiktas and Panathinaikos, respectively. Despite significant roster changes and upgrades to the frontcourt over the summer, their poor start is difficult to explain. The team is urged to secure a win against Milan on Thursday.

Hapoel Tel Aviv, after close victories against Crvena Zvezda Belgrade and Real Madrid, is highlighted for its significant rise. The article attributes this surge to Elijah Bryant, who has been named MVP of the round twice consecutively. The win against Real Madrid showcased Hapoel's dual nature, having led by 20 points at halftime before losing the lead, only to be secured by Bryant and Micic. Their next challenge will be an away game against Valencia, who remain undefeated this season.

Panathinaikos, which led Maccabi by 30 points, is ranked first in the power rankings. Fenerbahce is second, Olympiacos third, and Dubai fifth. Real Madrid, another team yet to secure a win alongside Maccabi, is placed seventh.