Maccabi Tel Aviv Signs Keaton Wallace, Who Arrives in Israel Ready for New Season

Keaton Wallace, a new signing for Maccabi Tel Aviv basketball team, arrived in Israel on August 25, 2026, to join the club's preparations for the 2026/27 season. Wallace, the brother of NBA player Khyri Thomas from the Oklahoma City Thunder, was warmly welcomed by fans upon his arrival. He revealed that his luggage was lost during his trip, causing a slight delay, but he remained positive and excited to start his journey with the team.

Wallace recently got married on the preceding Saturday and expressed enthusiasm about beginning his professional career in Israel. He praised Maccabi Tel Aviv's rich history and shared that he had spoken with several players through his agency, hearing only good things about the city of Tel Aviv. He looks forward to meeting his teammates and coaching staff and starting training camp to build team chemistry and showcase their work on the court.

The club has high hopes for Wallace as one of its most intriguing summer acquisitions, anticipating that his addition will strengthen the squad for the upcoming season in the Israeli Basketball Premier League.