Hapoel Holon to Host Jerusalem Without Key Players Jones and Lee

Hapoel Holon will host Hapoel Jerusalem on Tuesday evening in their first game of the season, aiming to start their campaign on a positive note in front of their home crowd. The team will be without two key players, Greg Lee, who suffered a torn lateral collateral ligament in his knee, and Brandon Jones, who is dealing with an ankle injury. Both players will miss the season opener.

Additionally, Skylar Weeks is still awaiting the necessary bureaucratic approvals for citizenship and has not been registered for the game. However, the team will see the addition of forward T.J. Holyfield, who has passed his medical tests and will be available for the coaching staff.

Coach Predrag Krunić expressed his anticipation for the season's start, stating, "We look forward to opening the season with our fans. We expect a game against a strong and quality team, and we will give everything on the court. Our players are working hard and are ready for the game." He acknowledged the strength of their opponent.

Player Natanel Artzi also shared his excitement for the new season, acknowledging the challenges the team faced during the preparation period, including numerous injuries and resulting roster changes. "It's always exciting and special to start a new season," Artzi said. "We had many injuries during the preparation period and changes as a result, but we are Hapoel Holon, and each of us who takes the court will need to give their maximum so we can start the season properly at our home in front of our fans."