Maccabi Tel Aviv Clinches EuroLeague Victory with Grit Over Hapoel Tel Aviv
Translated & summarized from N12 by baba
Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Hapoel Tel Aviv 80-73 in a EuroLeague game on Thursday, their second win against their rivals this week. Coach Oded Katash praised his team's character and heart for overcoming defensive challenges and player injuries. The victory improved Maccabi's EuroLeague record to 8-3, moving them up the standings.
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- Maccabi Tel Aviv beat Hapoel Tel Aviv 80-73 in a EuroLeague game on Thursday.
- The win was Maccabi's second against Hapoel this week, following a cup final victory.
- Coach Oded Katash cited team character and heart for overcoming game difficulties.
- Maccabi's EuroLeague record improved to 8-3 after the victory.
- Player injuries and defensive pressure were key challenges mentioned by the coach.
Maccabi Tel Aviv secured a hard-fought 80-73 victory over Hapoel Tel Aviv in their EuroLeague Week 11 matchup on Thursday. This marks the second time in a week the Yellows have defeated their rivals, following a significant comeback win in the Winner Cup final. The win improves Maccabi's EuroLeague record to 8-3, helping them move away from the bottom of the standings.
Coach Oded Katash highlighted the team's resilience, stating, "It wasn't pretty basketball, we couldn't develop fluid play, but we managed to win with a lot of character." He noted the team's strong defensive start and energy, despite offensive struggles. The coach also pointed to challenges during the game, including the injury to player Yam Madar and fouls on Kithon Wallace, which left them short on guards and under pressure from Hapoel's defense on Jimmer Clark.
Katash emphasized the team's determination, especially after player Austin Brister also sustained an injury. "Somehow, with a lot of heart, we managed to win the game," he remarked. The recent win in the cup final provided the team with significant confidence heading into this crucial EuroLeague contest.
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