Christopher Scores 33 as Nes Ziona Dominates Ramat Gan

Ironi Nes Ziona secured their fourth consecutive victory in the Israeli Basketball Premier League, decisively defeating Maccabi Ramat Gan 90-74 at the Zissman Arena. The win improved Nes Ziona's record to 4-2, placing them third in the standings behind league leaders Hapoel Jerusalem and Hapoel Tel Aviv. Shooting guard Josh Christopher was the standout player, scoring a game-high 33 points on an exceptional 12-of-13 shooting from the field (92%), contributing to a performance index of 42. Christopher, 24, who played for the Miami Heat in the 2024-25 season, is solidifying his position as one of the league's top foreign players.

Nes Ziona maintained a consistent lead throughout the game, including a dominant 28-18 second quarter. Supporting Christopher's offensive explosion were Paris Lee, who added 20 points, and Jacob Wiley with 17 points. This victory marks a significant recovery for Nes Ziona after a slow start to the season.

Conversely, Maccabi Ramat Gan continues its difficult period, suffering another significant loss after a 36-point defeat to Maccabi Rishon LeZion. Ramat Gan's record now stands at an even 3-3, placing them seventh in the league table, which consequently pushes Maccabi Tel Aviv down to ninth. Next week, Ramat Gan will travel to face Hapoel Eilat, while Nes Ziona is scheduled to play Hapoel Beer Sheva/Dimona.