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Kattz Outfoxed Itoudis as Maccabi Took a Big Step Toward the Title
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First reported by Walla · Jun 18, 2026
What happened
Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Hapoel Tel Aviv 102-98 in Game 2 of the finals, taking a major step toward its 58th championship. Analysts said Oded Kattz outcoached Dimitris Itoudis, while Hapoel’s Yam Madar’s 34-point, 10-assist effort was not enough.
- 01Maccabi Tel Aviv beat Hapoel Tel Aviv 102-98 in Game 2 of the finals.
- 02Yam Madar scored 34 points and added 10 assists for Hapoel.
- 03Analysts credited Oded Kattz with surprising Dimitris Itoudis tactically.
- 04Maccabi’s Lundberg, Sorkin and Brissett were praised for decisive performances.
- 05The win put Maccabi close to its 58th championship.
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Full coverage · 3 outlets
The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.
N12Center · HebrewJun 19, 2026
Hapoel Tel Aviv stunned by timeout confusion after falling 2-0 in finals
MakoCenter · HebrewJun 18, 2026
Ittoudis walks out of interview after painful Game 2 loss to Maccabi Tel Aviv
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