Hapoel Tel Aviv Dominates Maccabi Tel Aviv in Derby Blowout
Translated & summarized from Haaretz by baba
Hapoel Tel Aviv decisively defeated Maccabi Tel Aviv 105:87 in a derby match, exacerbating Maccabi's ongoing crisis and extending their losing streak. Vasilije Micić led Hapoel with 31 points, while Tamir Blatt also made a significant contribution in his return. In another game, Hapoel Jerusalem secured their fourth win of the season, beating Hapoel Eilat 88:78.
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- Hapoel Tel Aviv defeated Maccabi Tel Aviv 105:87 in a decisive derby victory.
- Maccabi Tel Aviv's loss marks their fifth consecutive defeat across all competitions.
- Vasilije Micić starred for Hapoel with 31 points, including 9 three-pointers.
- Tamir Blatt scored a crucial three-pointer in his first game back with Hapoel.
- Maccabi fans expressed frustration with boos and early departures.
- Hapoel Jerusalem beat Hapoel Eilat 88:78 for their fourth win.
Hapoel Tel Aviv inflicted a crushing 87:105 defeat on Maccabi Tel Aviv in their first league derby of the season, extending Maccabi's crisis. The loss marks the third time in history that Maccabi Tel Aviv has suffered five consecutive losses across all competitions, with two of those in the league leaving them with a disappointing 2-2 record. Despite Maccabi's home-court advantage and strong rebounding, Hapoel secured the victory through superior teamwork and exceptional three-point shooting, hitting 19 of 31 attempts (63%) compared to Maccabi's struggles.
Vasilije Micić was the standout performer for Hapoel, scoring 31 points, including 9 three-pointers. Tamir Blatt, playing his first game back with Hapoel, contributed three three-pointers, including a crucial one at the end of the first quarter that gave Hapoel a 26:22 lead. Other key contributors for Hapoel included Antonio Blakeney with 18 points and Tai Odiase with 17 points. Madr led Maccabi Tel Aviv with 18 points and seven assists.
The frustration of Maccabi's fans was evident as many booed their own team and some left the arena before the game's conclusion, with chants of "Rekanati Home" directed at the ownership. The derby loss deepened Maccabi's significant crisis, while Hapoel celebrated a decisive win.
In another league game, Hapoel Jerusalem continued their strong start to the season with a 78:88 victory over Hapoel Eilat, marking their fourth win. Despite resting Kenny Lofton Jr. before a EuroCup game, Jerusalem's depth was on display. Jalen Smith led Jerusalem with 18 points, supported by David Rudy (12 points), Dušan Milutinov (11 points, 9 rebounds), Eitan Burg (11 points), Shayke Milton (10 points), and Hanokh (9 points). Kendall McCallum scored 12 points for Eilat.
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