Israel's U20 Basketball Team Falls to Slovenia in Euro Championship Quarterfinals
Israel's under-20 basketball team was eliminated from the European Championship after a 95-87 loss to Slovenia in the quarterfinals on July 30, 2026. Coached by Nadav Zilberstein, the Israeli squad had remained undefeated until this match and aimed to continue their impressive run. Despite the defeat, Israel still has a chance to qualify for the FIBA U21 World Cup by winning a classification game against the loser of the Spain-Greece matchup.
David Moses led Israel with 24 points, while Aviv Aronov contributed 20 points. Slovenia's Stefan Joksimovic was the standout player, dominating with 28 points and 10 rebounds. Israel started strong, fueled by Moses and Aronov's scoring, but Joksimovic's performance helped Slovenia build a decisive lead before halftime. Israel fought back in the final quarter, briefly taking the lead at 78-77, but Slovenia regained control, particularly through superior rebounding (50-38).
Though the tournament run ended earlier than hoped, Israel showcased a talented new generation of players. Moses averaged 23.8 points and 12.2 rebounds per game, while Aronov led the tournament in scoring with 24.4 points per game. The team’s journey highlighted their potential and resilience, setting the stage for future international competitions.
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