Yam Madar Plays Through Injury to Lead Maccabi Tel Aviv to Derby Win
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Maccabi Tel Aviv player Yam Madar played with a broken nose in the team's 80-73 EuroLeague derby win against Hapoel Tel Aviv. Madar's performance, including six assists in five minutes, was lauded by fans and observers on social media. The victory was considered a significant derby win for Maccabi Tel Aviv, with Madar being a central figure despite multiple injuries during the game.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Yam Madar played with a broken nose in Maccabi Tel Aviv's derby win.
- Madar recorded six assists in five minutes during the 80-73 victory.
- Fans celebrated Madar's performance as MVP and praised his sacrifice.
- The game was the first EuroLeague derby of the season.
- Social media reactions included taunts towards the losing team, Hapoel Tel Aviv.
Maccabi Tel Aviv player Yam Madar played with a broken nose during the team's EuroLeague derby victory against Hapoel Tel Aviv. Madar was instrumental in the "crazy" 80-73 win, dishing out six assists in just five minutes early in the game. He sustained an injury to his nose, returned to the court, then suffered a mouth injury before re-entering the game with his nose still broken.
Fans and observers on social media celebrated Madar's performance and dedication, with many calling him the "MVP" and praising his "amazing sacrifice game." The win marked the first EuroLeague derby of the season and was notably attributed to Madar's efforts. Some social media posts also included taunts directed at the losing team, Hapoel Tel Aviv, with one user writing, "How fun it is to have Hapoel."
Commentary from the basketball community highlighted Madar's impact, with one observation noting, "Madar with five assists in six minutes. Itoudis didn't think he was at EuroLeague level." The article also included several social media posts from November 12, 2026, reacting to the game and Madar's performance.
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