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Maccabi Tel Aviv Misses Chance to Re-Sign Josh Nivo Amid Contract Dispute
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First reported by N12 · 16 hours ago
What happened
Maccabi Tel Aviv nearly re-signed center Josh Nivo but failed due to a salary gap, leading him to join Barcelona instead. The club continues searching for centers amid a tough transfer market.
- 01Josh Nivo nearly rejoined Maccabi Tel Aviv after advanced negotiations in recent weeks.
- 02Salary demands caused a $500,000 gap between Nivo and Maccabi's offer.
- 03Barcelona matched Nivo's financial terms after Moses Wright withdrew from their deal.
- 04Nivo signed with Barcelona for the upcoming season instead of returning to Maccabi.
- 05Maccabi regrets missing the signing as they still seek two centers before the transfer window closes.
- 06The club faces challenges building a competitive roster with limited experienced EuroLeague centers available.
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