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Maccabi Tel Aviv Targets Bruno Fernando as Rishon Holmes Hesitates Over Security Concerns
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First reported by Walla · Jul 2, 2026
What happened
Maccabi Tel Aviv is negotiating with centers Rishon Holmes and Bruno Fernando to strengthen its roster for the 2026/2027 season. Holmes is hesitant due to security concerns, while Fernando is a leading candidate pending Partizan Belgrade's decision on his contract option.
- 01Maccabi Tel Aviv seeks a key center for the 2026/2027 season roster.
- 02Rishon Holmes is in talks but hesitant due to Israel's security situation.
- 03Holmes is also negotiating with Red Star Belgrade, creating uncertainty.
- 04Bruno Fernando is a leading candidate if Partizan Belgrade declines his option.
- 05Fernando has NBA experience and improved EuroLeague stats with Partizan.
- 06Maccabi awaits Partizan's decision before pursuing Fernando further.
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