Maccabi Tel Aviv Reclaims Jewish Forward Shayne Hunter After Polish Championship Win
Maccabi Tel Aviv has announced the return of Jewish forward Shayne Hunter following his successful loan season with Legia Warsaw in Poland. Hunter, who signed a three-year contract with Maccabi last summer, spent the 2025/26 season gaining valuable experience in European basketball, competing in both the Polish league and the FIBA Champions League. He played a key role in helping Legia Warsaw secure the Polish championship.
During his loan, Hunter averaged 9.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game, with a standout performance in the playoffs where he scored 19 points against Gorniczka. Legia Warsaw officially confirmed his departure in a social media post thanking him for his dedication and contribution to their title run. Hunter is now set to return to Maccabi Tel Aviv and compete for a roster spot in the upcoming 2026/27 season.
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