Maccabi Rishon LeZion Extends Kave Grant for Third Basketball Season

Maccabi Rishon LeZion announced on June 28, 2026, that American point guard Kave Grant, 27, has signed for a third consecutive season with the club. Standing 1.85 meters tall, Grant has been a key figure during a pivotal period for the team, contributing to their promotion battles, peak moments, and solid establishment in the Israeli Premier League. The club described him as one of the most recognizable players associated with Maccabi Rishon LeZion.

In the previous season, Grant averaged 12.9 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 5.3 assists per game. His college career included stints at Texas A&M Western, Wichita State, and Sam Houston. Although undrafted, Grant has played professionally in Helsinki, Prishtina in Kosovo, and for the past three years with Maccabi Rishon LeZion. The club expressed excitement about continuing the journey with him in the upcoming season.