Maccabi Tel Aviv Faces Uncertainty Over Oshae Brissett Amid Partizan Interest

Maccabi Tel Aviv officially announced the return of Bonzi Colson on June 28, 2026, but fans quickly shifted focus to another key player, Oshae Brissett. Following Colson's signing, a tweet praised Maccabi's strong coverage at the power forward position, highlighting Brissett's athleticism and energy alongside teammates Gur Lavi and Ryman. However, Ofer Yanai, owner of rival Hapoel Tel Aviv, responded cryptically with "Signed to Partizan," fueling speculation about Brissett's future.

Reports from Basketball Sphere about two weeks earlier indicated that Serbian club Partizan views Brissett as a primary target for the upcoming season. Despite this interest, Brissett remains under contract with Maccabi Tel Aviv through summer 2027, meaning any transfer would require negotiations and a buyout fee. Brissett emerged as one of Maccabi's breakout stars last season, significantly contributing on both ends of the court under coach Oded Katash.

Yanai's brief comment continues a pattern of verbal exchanges between the owners of Maccabi and Hapoel Tel Aviv, which have intensified since the recent championship finals. The rivalry includes interactions involving Maccabi's new owner, Erik Stillman. Whether Yanai's remark signals a genuine transfer development or is merely another jab remains to be seen as the summer progresses.