Maccabi Tel Aviv Completes Stunning Comeback to Win Winner Cup

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Maccabi Tel Aviv completed a stunning 23-point comeback to defeat Hapoel Tel Aviv 86-75 and win the Winner Cup for the 12th time. Key players Jimmy Clark and Daniel Theis led the charge in the final quarter after Maccabi had trailed significantly. The victory marks a significant turnaround for Maccabi after a recent losing streak and a major disappointment for Hapoel.

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Maccabi Tel Aviv won the Winner Cup after a 23-point comeback against Hapoel Tel Aviv.
Jimmy Clark scored 24 points to lead Maccabi's dramatic 86-75 victory.
Daniel Theis contributed 16 points to Maccabi's historic comeback win.
Maccabi Tel Aviv secured their 12th Winner Cup title in the dramatic final.
Hapoel Tel Aviv collapsed after leading by 23 points in the third quarter.

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Maccabi Tel Aviv secured their 12th Winner Cup title in a dramatic final, staging one of the most improbable comebacks in Israeli basketball history. The team, having lost six consecutive games across all competitions, trailed Hapoel Tel Aviv by 23 points deep into the third quarter. However, a phenomenal run of defensive intensity and offensive execution, including a 25-2 scoring spurt, propelled Maccabi to an 86-75 victory.

Jimmy Clark was instrumental in the comeback, finishing with 24 points, seven assists, three rebounds, and three steals. Daniel Theis also played a crucial role, contributing 16 points and providing stability throughout the game, particularly in the decisive final minutes. The win marks Maccabi's second trophy of the 2026/27 season.

For Hapoel Tel Aviv, the loss represents a significant collapse after building a commanding lead. Despite a strong performance from Eugene German, who hit a series of three-pointers, the team faltered in the latter stages of the game. This defeat is particularly painful for Hapoel, as it marks another missed opportunity for coach Itoudis to secure his first title since arriving in Israel.

The final, held at the Toto Hall in Holon, was described as one of the wildest basketball games seen in Israel. Maccabi's victory, achieved after a period of poor form, signifies a major turnaround and a boost in confidence for the team.