Mario Hezonja Praises Hapoel Tel Aviv's Ambitious Build Ahead of Israel Match
Mario Hezonja, currently a Real Madrid player, spoke with Sport Channel ahead of his game against Israel with the Croatian national team. He acknowledged uncertainty about his future but praised Hapoel Tel Aviv's efforts to build a strong basketball team for the upcoming EuroLeague season. Hezonja highlighted the positive interactions with Hapoel's coach Ofer Yanai during their recent playoff encounters and expressed admiration for the club's talent and environment, calling them a "very serious" team moving forward.
Hezonja also shared his fondness for Israel and Tel Aviv, saying he enjoys visiting and loves the city. Meanwhile, reports from BasketNews indicate Hezonja is seriously considering a return to the NBA and is exploring options in the United States ahead of his contract exit on July 20. Hapoel Tel Aviv aims to maintain its high EuroLeague standing after a successful debut season by signing prominent European players like Hezonja.
The upcoming match between Croatia and Israel tonight will be a key moment for Hezonja as he weighs his next career steps amid growing interest from Israeli basketball circles and potential NBA opportunities.
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