Hapoel Tel Aviv Dominates Besiktas in Third Quarter Surge
Translated & summarized from Sport5 by baba
Hapoel Tel Aviv defeated Besiktas in Sofia after a powerful 32-16 scoring run in the third quarter. This surge erased a four-point deficit and gave them a 20-point lead by the end of the period. The team's efficient shooting, including multiple three-pointers and free throws, fueled the comeback. This victory marked Hapoel's first won third quarter in the EuroLeague this season.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Hapoel Tel Aviv overcame a four-point deficit to Besiktas with a 32-16 third-quarter run.
- The dominant third quarter gave Hapoel Tel Aviv a 20-point lead over Besiktas.
- Key players like Ante Žižić, Antonio Blakeney, and Elijah Bryant contributed to the scoring surge.
- Hapoel Tel Aviv achieved a season-best third quarter performance in the EuroLeague.
- The game took place in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Hapoel Tel Aviv secured a significant victory over Besiktas in Sofia, Bulgaria, driven by a remarkable scoring run in the third quarter. With just three and a half minutes left in the third quarter, Hapoel trailed by four points. However, they unleashed a furious offensive burst, outscoring Besiktas 32-16 in the period to establish a commanding 20-point lead by the quarter's end.
The scoring spree featured contributions from multiple players. Ante Žižić initiated the run, followed by consecutive three-pointers from Antonio Blakeney. Elijah Bryant added points from the free-throw line, and Žižić scored again. Blakeney hit another three, the Serbian guard (unnamed in the article) made two free throws, Jaylen Weinneright sank a three-pointer, and Amir Coffey closed out the surge with two consecutive baskets.
During this critical stretch, Hapoel Tel Aviv demonstrated exceptional efficiency, converting 3 of 3 three-point attempts, 2 of 3 two-point shots, and 4 of 4 free throws. This dominant third quarter marked the first time this season Hapoel won a third quarter in the EuroLeague and was their second-best third quarter performance in the competition's history. Their best third quarter was a 33-13 score against Dubai on January 6, 2026.
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