Hapoel Tel Aviv Draws Valencia in EuroLeague Opener
Translated & summarized from Walla by baba
Hapoel Tel Aviv played Valencia in their EuroLeague opener on Thursday, with the first quarter ending in a 0-0 tie. Hapoel players wore black armbands to honor victims of the October 7th massacre. The Israeli team sought a third straight win, while Valencia was undefeated entering the game. Historically, Hapoel has a winning record against Valencia.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Hapoel Tel Aviv and Valencia's EuroLeague game was tied 0-0 after the first quarter.
- Hapoel players wore black armbands to remember victims of the October 7th massacre.
- Hapoel Tel Aviv sought a third consecutive EuroLeague victory.
- Valencia entered the game undefeated in the EuroLeague.
- Hapoel Tel Aviv has a winning record against Valencia in recent years.
Hapoel Tel Aviv began their EuroLeague campaign with an away game against Valencia on Thursday, aiming for a third consecutive win in the competition. The Israeli team entered the match seventh in the standings with two wins and one loss, while Valencia remained undefeated after three games. Hapoel players wore black armbands to commemorate the victims of the October 7th massacre. Coach Dimitris Itoudis' squad was without Amir Coffey, who is not yet 100% fit, but Jacob Toppin was available. Historically, Hapoel Tel Aviv has a slight edge over Valencia, winning three out of their last five encounters. Notably, Hapoel secured a victory at Valencia's Fonteta arena last season, though that game was played without spectators, unlike the current matchup. Valencia's key players include T.J. Shorts, Armoni Brooks, and veteran Nikola Mirotic. The first quarter concluded with a 0-0 score.
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