Adam Ariel Signs Historic Three-Year Deal with Nes Ziona Basketball Club

Nes Ziona basketball club has signed guard Adam Ariel to a three-year contract, making him the highest-paid Israeli player on the team. The deal, announced on July 13, 2026, includes a salary of $450,000 per season, a historic figure for an Israeli player at Nes Ziona. Ariel's buyout clause from his previous team, Ironi Ramat Gan, was approximately 100,000 shekels.

In the previous season, Ariel played 25 games for Ramat Gan, averaging 33 minutes, 14.3 points, and 2.2 assists per game. The 31-year-old has also played for Hapoel Jerusalem, Maccabi Rishon LeZion, and Hapoel Tel Aviv, establishing himself as one of the leading Israeli players in the league.

Following his signing, Ariel expressed enthusiasm about joining Nes Ziona, stating, "We are building something special at the club, and I am happy to be part of it. I look forward to starting training to meet the coaching staff, teammates, and the orange fans." Nes Ziona is preparing for the upcoming season amid significant budget increases and management changes from the previous year, focusing on strengthening their Israeli roster.