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Hapoel Tel Aviv Basketball Star Tai Odiase Signs Long-Term Contract Extension

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First reported by Mako · Jul 7, 2026

What happened

Hapoel Tel Aviv extended center Tai Odiase's contract through the 2028/29 season after his key role in their EuroLeague debut and strong local league performance.

  • 01Tai Odiase signed a contract extension with Hapoel Tel Aviv through 2028/29.
  • 02Odiase was pivotal in Hapoel's first EuroLeague season, helping reach the playoffs.
  • 03He averaged 3.5 points and 1.7 rebounds in EuroLeague and 12.1 points in the local league.
  • 04Odiase earned a spot on the Winner League All-League First Team.
  • 05Coach Dimitris Itoudis praised Odiase's competitiveness and contribution.
  • 06Sporting director George Chinas called Odiase integral to the team's vision.

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The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Now 14Right · HebrewJul 7, 2026
Hapoel Tel Aviv Basketball Star Tai Odiase Signs Long-Term Contract Extension
MakoCenter · HebrewJul 7, 2026
Hapoel Tel Aviv Extends Tai Odiase's Contract for Three More Years
N12Center · HebrewJul 7, 2026
Hapoel Tel Aviv Extends Tai Odiase's Contract for Three More Years

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