Maccabi Tel Aviv Faces Valencia After Dramatic Loss, Eyes EuroLeague Improvement
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Maccabi Tel Aviv is set to play Valencia in a EuroLeague road game on Thursday, just a day after a close loss to Barcelona. Coach Oded Kattash stressed the team must "show character" and play strong defense against a potent Valencia squad. Player the player highlighted Valencia's fast pace and firepower, emphasizing the need to control the game's tempo. The club is also seeking officiating clarifications from the EuroLeague and exploring player acquisitions.
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- Maccabi Tel Aviv plays Valencia in the EuroLeague on Thursday after a tough loss to Barcelona.
- Coach Oded Kattash called for his team to "show character" and play strong defense.
- Player the player warned of Valencia's fast pace and "firepower."
- Maccabi Tel Aviv plans to seek officiating clarifications from the EuroLeague.
- The club is also looking to add new players to its roster.
Following a dramatic EuroLeague loss to Barcelona, Maccabi Tel Aviv is already preparing for their next challenge: an away game against Valencia on Thursday. Coach Oded Kattash emphasized the need for his team to "fly to defense" and "show character" in what he described as a difficult venue. The team conducted their final practice in Barcelona before traveling to Valencia for another session at the game arena.
Maccabi is still reeling from their recent defeat to Barcelona, a game they felt was within reach. The club plans to request clarifications from EuroLeague officiating chiefs regarding several calls they believe impacted the game's outcome. Simultaneously, Maccabi is exploring the player market for potential reinforcements, though any new additions may not be eligible for domestic league play initially, potentially complicating their integration.
Kattash anticipates a challenging and intense game, possibly even more so than the one against Barcelona. "We felt we were there and could have won, but now we need to recover quickly," he stated. He noted Valencia's contrasting performances, including a significant lead against Olympiacos before losing in overtime, stressing the importance of learning from it and maintaining defensive focus.
Player the player echoed the concerns about Valencia's high-paced offense and firepower, stating, "We'll need to play at our pace and stop their fast runs." He expressed optimism about the team's recent direction despite the tough loss, seeing the double-game week as an immediate opportunity to respond and improve their record.
