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Top LSU Basketball Prospect Yam Madar Signs with Maccabi Tel Aviv Instead

How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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First reported by N12 · Jul 13, 2026

What happened

Israeli basketball guard Yam Madar, LSU's top recruit, has signed with Maccabi Tel Aviv instead, disappointing LSU and U.S. media who expected him to lead their team.

  • 01Yam Madar was LSU's number one basketball recruit but chose Maccabi Tel Aviv.
  • 02LSU and American media expressed disappointment over Madar's decision.
  • 03Madar is praised for his elite athleticism and shooting skills.
  • 04He was expected to be LSU's main ball-handler and star player.
  • 05Madar's signing was officially announced on July 13, 2026.
  • 06The move highlights Maccabi Tel Aviv's ability to retain top Israeli talent.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

In this story
People
Yam Madar
OrganizationsLSU, Maccabi Tel Aviv, Louisiana Sports
PlacesIsrael, United States

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N12Center · HebrewJul 13, 2026
Top LSU Basketball Prospect Yam Madar Signs with Maccabi Tel Aviv Instead
MakoCenter · HebrewJul 13, 2026
Top LSU Basketball Prospect Yam Madar Signs with Maccabi Tel Aviv Instead

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