Maccabi Tel Aviv Secures First EuroLeague Win, Players Express Optimism

Maccabi Tel Aviv achieved their first victory in the EuroLeague basketball competition, defeating Milan 97-79. The team is now looking to build on this success and prove it's the start of a new path rather than a one-off event.

Player Yam Madar described the win as a "big victory" and "a step in the right direction," expressing satisfaction with the team's performance and the win itself, which he deemed more important than anything else. He added that the team wanted to play the right way and improve with each game, hoping to build on this momentum.

Coach Oded Katash highlighted the team's efforts to rebuild confidence, noting the players' positive body language and comfort on offense. He praised the contributions from many players, which created a good impact, and emphasized the team's ability to simplify the game, find offensive solutions, and maintain defensive consistency. Katash hopes this game will define the team's character moving forward.

Katash further commented on the team's energy levels, stating they were "in the right energies" and trying to build confidence after a poor start. He was pleased with the urgency and aggression shown, despite Milan's frequent trips to the free-throw line. He reiterated his happiness with the significant minutes received by many players and the consistent energy, suggesting that offensive freedom comes with growing confidence.