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Maccabi Tel Aviv Ranked Last in EuroLeague Power Rankings

Maccabi Tel Aviv has been ranked last in the EuroLeague power rankings after starting the season 0-3, while Hapoel Tel Aviv has risen to fourth place. The rankings noted Elijah Br…

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Lonnie Walker Faces NBA Cut, Potential EuroLeague Return Looms

Lonnie Walker, a former Maccabi Tel Aviv player, is reportedly not in the Denver Nuggets' plans for the upcoming NBA season and is being eyed by Turkish club Besiktas. Analysts su…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Stops Skid with Winner Cup Semifinal Victory

Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Hapoel Jerusalem 88-71 in the Winner Cup semifinals, ending a difficult period and advancing to the final. Key players like Keaton Wallace and Elijah sho…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv's Cup Win Offers Temporary Relief Amidst EuroLeague Struggles

Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated rival Hapoel Jerusalem in the Winner Cup semifinals, but the victory does little to address their poor 0-3 start in the EuroLeague. The team faces signif…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv's Roster Construction Criticized After Poor EuroLeague Start

Maccabi Tel Aviv's EuroLeague season start has drawn criticism for its roster construction, particularly the guard play and lack of a primary playmaker. The team's backcourt is ac…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Suffers Harsh Criticism Amid Poor EuroLeague Start

Maccabi Tel Aviv is facing harsh criticism from European basketball analysts after a winless start to their EuroLeague season, including a significant loss to Panathinaikos. Analy…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Suffers Harsh Criticism Amidst Poor EuroLeague Start

Maccabi Tel Aviv is receiving harsh criticism from European media for its winless start to the EuroLeague season and a recent blowout loss. Media outlets question the team's roste…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Struggles in EuroLeague Opener, Hapoel Tel Aviv Shows Promise

Maccabi Tel Aviv has started its EuroLeague season with poor defense and intensity, while Hapoel Tel Aviv has shown promising form with recent victories, demonstrating strong team…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Suffers Third Straight EuroLeague Loss, Crushed by Panathinaikos

Maccabi Tel Aviv lost their third consecutive EuroLeague game, a 90-67 defeat to Panathinaikos in Greece. The team's poor start to the season sees them at the bottom of the standi…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv's Poor EuroLeague Start Draws Fan Criticism

Maccabi Tel Aviv's recent EuroLeague losses and poor performance against Panathinaikos have led to strong criticism from fans on social media, with coach Oded Katash's team drawin…

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Fan Names Newborn Son After Israeli Footballer Dia Saba Amid Club's Success

An Israeli footballer, Dia Saba, has garnered significant fan adoration in Turkey, with one fan naming his son after him. Saba's club, Amedspor, is currently leading the Turkish l…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Faces Panathinaikos With Key Player Questionable

Maccabi Tel Aviv faces Panathinaikos in Athens with key player Daniel Theis doubtful due to an ankle injury. The team, still seeking its first EuroLeague win, is preparing for a t…

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Israeli Basketball Teams Achieve Mixed Results in European Competitions

Hapoel Jerusalem and Hapoel Tel Aviv secured wins in their respective European basketball competitions, while Maccabi Tel Aviv suffered a second consecutive loss. The teams are in…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Coach Calls for Response After Poor EuroLeague Start

Maccabi Tel Aviv's basketball team has suffered two early losses in the EuroLeague and faces a tough away game against Panathinaikos. Coach Oded Katash and players TJ Leaf and Kea…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Aims to Bounce Back in EuroLeague Against Panathinaikos

Maccabi Tel Aviv, coming off two EuroLeague losses, faces Panathinaikos with players and coach emphasizing the need for improved defense, intensity, and unity. Players Keaton Wall…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Aims to Recover in EuroLeague Against Panathinaikos

Maccabi Tel Aviv, after two EuroLeague losses, prepares to face Panathinaikos. Players and coach highlight the need for improved defense, intensity, and unity to overcome the diff…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Seeks EuroLeague Turnaround Against Panathinaikos

Maccabi Tel Aviv, after two EuroLeague losses, faces Panathinaikos with players and coach emphasizing improved defense, physicality, and team unity to secure their first win.

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Maccabi Tel Aviv's Early Season Struggles Expose Defensive Woes

Maccabi Tel Aviv has started its EuroLeague season with two losses, plagued by significant defensive weaknesses and inconsistent offensive play. The team's struggles have raised c…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Faces Identity Crisis After Humiliating EuroLeague Loss

Maccabi Tel Aviv's EuroLeague campaign has started poorly, marked by a significant loss to Besiktas that highlighted the team's lack of tactical preparation, defensive issues, and…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Basketball Team Faces Identity Crisis After EuroLeague Loss

Maccabi Tel Aviv's basketball team is facing an identity crisis after a significant EuroLeague loss to Besiktas. The team exhibits poor coordination, defensive weaknesses, and a l…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Leadership Criticizes Players After Poor EuroLeague Start

Maccabi Tel Aviv's management is unhappy with the team's performance, especially their defense, following two early EuroLeague losses. The club stated that the players' lack of ag…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Suffers Second EuroLeague Loss, Falling to Besiktas

Maccabi Tel Aviv lost its second consecutive EuroLeague game, falling 109-93 to Besiktas in Belgrade. The team struggled defensively and allowed Besiktas to shoot exceptionally we…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Ownership Dispute Escalates Amid Accusations

Richard Deitz has sharply criticized Maccabi Tel Aviv's Shimon Mizrahi and Udi Recanati over their handling of share sales, accusing them of inconsistent behavior and questionable…

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Ex-Maccabi Star Wilbekin Delivers Career-Best Performance Against Former Team

Former Maccabi Tel Aviv guard Scottie Wilbekin scored 20 points and had 4 assists in a standout performance for Besiktas against his old team in the EuroLeague. The win improved B…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Benefits From New EuroLeague 'Disruptive Foul' Rule

Maccabi Tel Aviv was awarded two free throws and possession due to a new 'disruptive foul' rule in the EuroLeague, applied when a Besiktas player intentionally stopped a fast brea…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Fans Express Concern Over Poor Team Performance

Maccabi Tel Aviv basketball fans are worried after the team's poor performance in their first home EuroLeague game against Besiktas, following an earlier loss to Villeurbanne. Soc…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Fans Express Concern Over Poor Team Performance

Maccabi Tel Aviv's basketball team has disappointed fans with a poor start to the EuroLeague season, including a significant deficit in their first home game against Besiktas. Soc…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Fans Express Concern Over Poor Team Performance

Maccabi Tel Aviv fans are expressing worry on social media over the team's poor performance in their EuroLeague season opener and first home game, citing weak offense and defense.

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Hosts Besiktas in EuroLeague Seeking First Win

Maccabi Tel Aviv hosts Besiktas in Belgrade on Wednesday, seeking their first EuroLeague win after an opening loss. Both teams lost their first games, and Besiktas is dealing with…

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Roman Sorkin Nears Maccabi Tel Aviv's All-Time European Scoring Record

Maccabi Tel Aviv's Roman Sorkin is close to becoming the club's top scorer in European play, aiming to surpass Scottie Wilbekin. With a recent contract extension, Sorkin has a str…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Faces Former Star Wilbekin in Crucial EuroLeague Clash

Maccabi Tel Aviv faces a critical EuroLeague game against Besiktas in Belgrade, aiming for their first win of the season. The team must improve its aggression and physicality, wit…

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Dutch Police Delay Ticket Sales for Hapoel Be'er Sheva Fans Amid Security Concerns

Hapoel Be'er Sheva's away game against AZ Alkmaar in the Netherlands faces ticket sale delays due to Dutch police security concerns. Some fans have already booked travel, while th…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Signs Roman Sorkin to New Contract Through 2030

Maccabi Tel Aviv has signed center Roman Sorkin to a contract extension through the 2030 season, reportedly worth around $1.6 million annually. The deal signifies a substantial sa…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Welcomes TJ Leaf Back for Crucial EuroLeague Clash

Maccabi Tel Aviv has activated TJ Leaf for their EuroLeague game against Besiktas after he recovered from surgery, potentially impacting Will Reiman's roster spot. The team seeks…

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Israeli Goalkeeper Niv Eliasi to Play Alongside Mohamed Elneny, Known for Anti-Israel Stances

Israeli goalkeeper Niv Eliasi will play for Greek club Levadiakos alongside Egyptian midfielder Mohamed Elneny, who has a history of anti-Israel statements. Elneny officially join…

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Besiktas to Host Hapoel Be'er Sheva in Batumi with Fans

Besiktas will host Hapoel Be'er Sheva in Batumi, Georgia, on November 26, 2026, for a Europa League match that will allow fans. The decision was announced by Besiktas President Se…

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Hapoel Jerusalem Ranked Fourth in EuroCup Power Rankings

Hapoel Jerusalem was ranked fourth in a Eurohoops power ranking of 32 EuroCup teams, with PAOK Thessaloniki taking the top spot. The ranking highlighted Jerusalem's strong backcou…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Player Keaton Wallace Receives Poor EuroLeague Debut Rating

Keaton Wallace of Maccabi Tel Aviv received a low 'D' rating from the official EuroLeague website for his debut performance. In contrast, Hapoel Tel Aviv's Jacob Toppin earned an…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Guard Yair Madar Must Embrace New Leading Role

Israeli basketball club Maccabi Tel Aviv is analyzing its early season struggles, particularly in the EuroLeague, with guard Yair Madar identified as a key player who needs to ste…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Advances in Winner Cup, Acknowledges Team Still Developing

Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Elitzur Kiryat Ata to reach the Winner Cup semifinals, but acknowledged the team is still developing. They face Hapoel Jerusalem next and have a busy Eur…

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Jimmy Clark Shines as Maccabi Tel Aviv Dominates Kiryat Ata in Cup Game

Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Kiryat Ata 109-61 to reach the Winner Cup semifinals, with guard Jimmye Clark scoring 11 points and adding 7 assists. The team is preparing for a busy up…

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Roman Sorkin Poised to Become Maccabi Tel Aviv's All-Time European Scoring Leader

Roman Sorkin is nearing the record for most points scored for Maccabi Tel Aviv in European competitions, held by former player Scottie Wilbekin. Sorkin recently extended his contr…

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Israeli Basketball Teams Face Setbacks in European Competitions

Israeli basketball clubs Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv both suffered losses in their respective European competitions, while Hapoel Jerusalem prepares for the EuroCup with…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Basketball Receives Injury Boost Ahead of Crucial Games

Maccabi Tel Aviv basketball received positive news regarding injuries to key players on rival European teams Besiktas and Panathinaikos ahead of crucial upcoming games, while faci…

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Dia Saba to Remain with Turkish Club, Opts Out of Israel National Team

Israeli footballer Dia Saba will remain with Turkish club Adanaspor for another season and has mutually agreed with the Israeli Football Association to end his national team caree…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Opens EuroLeague Season with Disappointing Loss to LDLC ASVEL

Maccabi Tel Aviv lost their EuroLeague season opener 84-74 to LDLC ASVEL in France. Despite erasing a 15-point deficit, Maccabi faltered in the fourth quarter due to turnovers and…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Opens EuroLeague Season With Road Loss to LDLC ASVEL

Maccabi Tel Aviv lost their EuroLeague season opener 84-74 on the road to LDLC ASVEL in France. The team's winless streak in opening EuroLeague road games continues, highlighting…

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Turkish Journalist Criticizes Israeli Soccer Player Dia Saba Over Gaza War

A Turkish journalist criticized Israeli soccer player Dia Saba for scoring a goal, linking it to the Gaza war and calling it a source of joy for Israelis. The player's club defend…