Shake Milton Arrives in Israel, Aims to Build a Strong Hapoel Jerusalem Team

Hapoel Jerusalem is advancing its preparations for the 2026/27 basketball season with new arrivals Shake Milton and Devontae Cacok joining the squad. Milton, who landed in Israel on August 17, expressed excitement about joining the team and praised the warm welcome from fans. He emphasized the team's competitive ambitions, especially in the EuroCup, which influenced his decision to sign with Hapoel Jerusalem.

Milton highlighted the quality of the roster and the coaching staff's vision, stating, "We will be a competitive team, and I am eager to start. We have a good team here, and I am confident we will build something big." He also mentioned his conversations with teammates, including Harper and Lofton, noting Lofton's potential dominance on the court. Milton is focused on building chemistry with his new teammates and is motivated to contribute fully to the team's success and its supporters.

This follows the arrival of David Rudy the previous day, signaling Hapoel Jerusalem's commitment to strengthening its lineup ahead of the upcoming season. The club aims to be a strong contender domestically and in European competitions.