Hapoel Jerusalem Completes Perfect EuroCup First Round with Dominant Win
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Hapoel Jerusalem defeated Virtus Bologna 91-77 to achieve a perfect 7-0 record in the EuroCup's first round. The team overcame a poor defensive first half to secure their 12th consecutive win across all competitions. Key scorers included Kenny Lofton Jr. with 17 points, and Devonte' Kakeok and Shake Milton with 14 points each. Jerusalem now prepares for a major clash against Maccabi Tel Aviv.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Hapoel Jerusalem beat Virtus Bologna 91-77 to complete a perfect 7-0 EuroCup first round.
- The team extended its overall winning streak to 12 games across all competitions.
- Kenny Lofton Jr. was the leading scorer with 17 points in limited playing time.
- Seven Hapoel Jerusalem players scored in double figures during the victory.
- Jerusalem's defense improved significantly in the second half, limiting Bologna to 27 points.
- The win sets up Hapoel Jerusalem for a key domestic game against Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Hapoel Jerusalem secured a perfect 7-0 record in the EuroCup's first round with a decisive 91-77 victory over Italy's Virtus Bologna on Wednesday. The team maintained its undefeated streak across all competitions, extending its winning run to 12 games. Despite a shaky defensive first half where they conceded 50 points, Jerusalem rallied in the second half, limiting Bologna to just 27 points. Kenny Lofton Jr. led the scoring with 17 points in limited minutes, supported by Devonte' Kakeok and Shake Milton, who each contributed 14 points. Seven players scored in double figures, including Jared Smith (11 points), Noam Levi (11 points), Lorenzo Brown (10 points), and Yovel Zoosman (10 points). The team also showcased strong offensive efficiency with 25 assists and a 47.6% three-point shooting percentage. This win positions Jerusalem favorably for the next stage of the tournament, where finishing first could provide a home-court advantage in the best-of-three playoff series. The team now shifts its focus to a significant domestic league game against Maccabi Tel Aviv on Saturday.
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