Hapoel Tel Aviv Owner Sees Good Chance for Tyler Dorsey to Join Team
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Ofer Yanai, owner of Hapoel Tel Aviv, believes there's a strong chance of signing player Tyler Dorsey. In an interview with Greek media, Yanai also discussed the team's EuroLeague license, past player acquisition attempts including D'Angelo Russell and Nigel Hayes-Davis, and criticized local media coverage of coach Itoudis. He also shared insights on NBA team valuations and the potential return of games to Israel.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Hapoel Tel Aviv owner Ofer Yanai believes there is a good chance Tyler Dorsey will join the team.
- Yanai considered signing D'Angelo Russell but prioritized player passion over financial motivation.
- The owner received no assurances regarding Hapoel Tel Aviv's permanent EuroLeague license.
- Yanai criticized Israeli media's treatment of coach Itoudis, attributing it to Maccabi Tel Aviv's influence.
- Yanai noted an offer to invest in the Golden State Warriors at a $4.7 billion valuation.
- Games may return to Israel by December 29th, potentially with a match against Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Ofer Yanai, the owner of Israeli basketball club Hapoel Tel Aviv, expressed optimism about potentially signing player Tyler Dorsey in an interview with Greek media. Yanai also discussed other basketball-related topics, including NBA valuations, player acquisition strategies, and the relationship between local leagues and the EuroLeague.
Yanai revealed that Hapoel Tel Aviv considered signing D'Angelo Russell but decided against it, emphasizing the importance of player passion over financial motivation. He also mentioned a failed attempt to acquire Nigel Hayes-Davis, attributing the loss to a competing offer from a rival owner. Yanai also touched upon a past offer to Dennis Rodman for a coaching clinic, which was complicated by passport issues.
Regarding team building, Yanai noted that Moses Wright sought a leading role, which Hapoel could not guarantee due to existing players like J'Covan Brown. He also commented on the team's EuroLeague license, stating he has received no assurances for a permanent license and that the decision not to align with the NBA was likely correct, despite potential financial offers.
Yanai criticized the local media's treatment of coach Itoudis, suggesting it is influenced by the dominance of Maccabi Tel Aviv. He praised Itoudis's tactical abilities, comparing him to Xavi Pascual, and humorously noted the coach's lack of understanding of his humor. Yanai also mentioned a positive relationship with coach Pedro Martinez, despite initial disagreements over comments about the situation in Israel.
Looking ahead, Yanai expressed satisfaction with the current squad, which he ranks third in quality among Greek teams. He also shared his experience with NBA team valuations, noting an offer he received to invest in the Golden State Warriors when they were valued at $4.7 billion, compared to their current $14 billion valuation.
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