Hapoel Holon to Open Season Without Key Players Jones and Lee
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Hapoel Holon will play their season opener against Hapoel Jerusalem missing injured players Greg Lee and Brandon Jones. Forward T.J. Holyfield has been cleared to play after passing medical tests. Coach Predrag Krunić and player Netanel Artzi expressed anticipation for the game and the start of the season, despite preseason challenges.
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- Hapoel Holon's Greg Lee and Brandon Jones will miss the season opener due to injuries.
- Forward T.J. Holyfield has been medically cleared and will play for Hapoel Holon.
- Skylar Weeks is unavailable for Hapoel Holon's opener as he awaits citizenship approval.
- Hapoel Holon faces Hapoel Jerusalem in their first game of the season.
- Coach Predrag Krunić and player Netanel Artzi expressed optimism for the season start.
Hapoel Holon will begin their basketball season opener against Hapoel Jerusalem without two key players, Greg Lee and Brandon Jones, due to injuries. Lee is sidelined with a torn meniscus in his knee, while Jones is suffering from an ankle injury. Another player, Skylar Weeks, is still awaiting bureaucratic approvals for citizenship and will not be registered for the game.
However, the team will welcome forward T.J. Holyfield, who has passed his medical tests and is available for selection. Coach Predrag Krunić expressed anticipation for the season's start, acknowledging the strength of their opponent, Hapoel Jerusalem, and emphasizing his team's readiness and commitment.
Player Netanel Artzi also shared his excitement for the new season, noting the team's challenges during the preseason, including numerous injuries and roster changes. He stressed that every player must give their maximum effort to secure a strong home start in front of their fans.
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