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Jacob Wiley Signs with Ironi Nes Ziona to Strengthen Frontcourt
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First reported by N12 · Jul 22, 2026
What happened
Ironi Nes Ziona signed 31-year-old forward Jacob Wiley, formerly of Panathinaikos and Rytas Vilnius, to enhance their frontcourt ahead of the new season.
- 01Jacob Wiley, 31, signed with Ironi Nes Ziona to strengthen their frontcourt.
- 02Wiley previously played for Panathinaikos and Rytas Vilnius, averaging 8.9 points and 5.1 rebounds last season.
- 03He holds North Macedonian citizenship and has played for their national team.
- 04Nes Ziona also signed Paris Lee, Adam Ariel, Vincent Amsalem, and extended Jackson Rowe's contract.
- 05Noam Dovrat and Benaya Sarur recently joined the team as well.
- 06Coach Paul Corsaro is leading a significant roster rebuild ahead of the Israeli Premier League season.
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