Hapoel Tel Aviv Extends Dan Otero's Contract Through 2029 Without Exit Clause

Hapoel Tel Aviv has secured the future of their star center Dan Otero by signing him to a new contract extending through the summer of 2029. The 26-year-old player, who impressed as one of the top big men in the EuroLeague last season, agreed to the deal after the club successfully persuaded him to remove an exit clause that would have allowed him to join another EuroLeague team. Otero joined Hapoel Tel Aviv last summer from Anadolu Efes and posted strong averages of 13.9 points and 5.7 rebounds per game in the EuroLeague. Despite playing fewer than 10 games in the Israeli league and only one playoff game, his performance has made him a key asset for the team. This extension follows the club's recent contract renewals with other key players including Tai Odiase, Antonio Blakeney, and Elijah Bryant, signaling Hapoel Tel Aviv's commitment to maintaining a competitive roster after a standout EuroLeague season.