Hapoel Jerusalem Completes Perfect EuroCup First Round
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Hapoel Jerusalem concluded the EuroCup first round with a perfect 7-0 record after defeating Tortona 91-77. The team also holds an undefeated 12-0 record in all competitions. Coach Sasha Obradovic praised the team's second-half defense and character, while captain Yuval Sussman cited defensive improvement as the key to the comeback. Hapoel Jerusalem will face Maccabi Tel Aviv in a league game next Saturday.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Hapoel Jerusalem finished the EuroCup first round undefeated with a 7-0 record.
- The team holds an overall undefeated record of 12-0 across all competitions.
- Hapoel Jerusalem defeated Tortona 91-77 on the road.
- Coach Sasha Obradovic noted Yuval Sussman played too many minutes.
- The team will play Maccabi Tel Aviv in a league game on Saturday.
Hapoel Jerusalem secured a perfect 7-0 record in the EuroCup's first round with a 91-77 road victory over Italy's Tortona on Wednesday. The team also maintains an undefeated 12-0 record across all competitions ahead of a significant league clash with Maccabi Tel Aviv this Saturday. Coach Sasha Obradovic expressed satisfaction with the win, highlighting the team's dominant second-half defense and ability to create open shots. He noted the importance of character in the comeback, praising the individual contributions of all players and improved one-on-one defense compared to the first half. Obradovic, however, commented that Yuval Sussman playing the entire second half was not ideal for the long term, despite Sussman being a key factor in the victory.
Captain Yuval Sussman acknowledged the defensive improvement as the game's key, noting the team's struggle with energy and focus in the first half, which saw them fall behind early. He stated that when their energy and focus are aligned, they are a very strong team. Sussman admitted to being tired after playing the full second half but emphasized his commitment to doing whatever the team needs. He also highlighted the team's diverse strengths, with different players stepping up in various games, and mentioned that the return of Jared Harper will further bolster their capabilities. Shayok Milon contributed 14 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists, expressing happiness with the win despite initial defensive struggles, and looking forward to the continuation of the season.
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