Hapoel Jerusalem Dominates EuroCup, Extends Winning Streak to 12
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
Hapoel Jerusalem achieved a perfect 7-0 EuroCup first-round record by defeating Tortona Basket 91-77, extending their winning streak to 12 games. Despite trailing by 11 points, the team rallied in the second half, led by Lorenzo Brown, to secure the victory. Securing first place in their group guarantees home-court advantage in the playoffs. Jerusalem now prepares to face Maccabi Tel Aviv, the only team to have beaten them this season.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Hapoel Jerusalem finished the EuroCup first round with a perfect 7-0 record after beating Tortona Basket.
- The team's overall winning streak now stands at 12 consecutive games across all competitions.
- Lorenzo Brown led a second-half comeback, overcoming an 11-point deficit against Tortona.
- First place in the EuroCup group secures home-court advantage for Hapoel Jerusalem throughout the playoffs.
- Jerusalem will face Maccabi Tel Aviv next, the only team to have defeated them this season.
Hapoel Jerusalem secured a perfect 7-0 record in the EuroCup's first round with an impressive 91-77 road victory against Italy's Tortona Basket on Wednesday. This win extended their overall winning streak to 12 games across all competitions, showcasing the team's resilience and championship mentality.
Despite a sluggish start where they trailed by as many as 11 points due to defensive lapses, Jerusalem mounted a significant comeback in the second half. Experienced guard Lorenzo Brown ignited the rally in the third quarter with crucial three-pointers, leading a strong offensive performance from beyond the arc, where the team shot 47.6%.
In the decisive final quarter, Jerusalem tightened its defense, displaying the aggression that had been missing earlier, and built a commanding 15-point lead. "In the second half, we managed to start getting stops, and we began playing defense at the level we know we are capable of," said player Jake Milton, who contributed 14 points, six rebounds, and five assists. "Once we upped the intensity on that side of the court, the offense flowed easily. I think that was the key."
Milton acknowledged the pressure of being a top team, stating, "In our situation, with seven wins, everyone wants to come and beat us, and we have a target on our back. Every game, we must come out with a lot of energy, play hard, and be ready from the first moment."
Securing first place in their EuroCup group grants Hapoel Jerusalem home-court advantage throughout the playoffs. The team's ability to win even without their leading guard, Jared Harper, highlights the depth of their roster. Their next challenge is a highly anticipated matchup against Maccabi Tel Aviv on Saturday, the only team to have defeated them this season in early October in the Winner Cup semifinals. Jerusalem enters this game with significant momentum, aiming to remain undefeated in the league and secure a victory against both Tel Aviv teams.
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