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Basketball: Hapoel Tel Aviv dominates Maccabi in decisive derby conquest

Hapoel Tel Aviv dismantles Maccabi 105-87 behind Vasilije Micic's 31-point perimeter masterclass.

Hapoel Tel Aviv teammates Daniel Oturu (left) and Tomer Ginat celebrate during the Reds’ 105-87 victory over arch-rival Maccabi Tel Aviv late Sunday.
Hapoel Tel Aviv teammates Daniel Oturu (left) and Tomer Ginat celebrate during the Reds’ 105-87 victory over arch-rival Maccabi Tel Aviv late Sunday.

Basketball: Hapoel Tel Aviv dominates Maccabi in decisive derby conquest

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Hapoel Tel Aviv riding high into derby with Toto Cup glory on the line

The victory keeps Hapoel Tel Aviv firmly in the mix near the top of the table, alongside the likes of Maccabi Tel Aviv, Hapoel Beersheba, and Maccabi Haifa.

HAPOEL TEL AVIV players celebrate their latest victory as the Reds look to carry their momentum into Thursday’s Tel Aviv derby against Maccabi Tel Aviv in the Toto Cup final at Bloomfield Stadium.

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Fenerbahce celebrates winning the EuroLeague in Abu Dhabi, 2025.

Avdija shines as Lillard and Morant embrace new roles in Portland

The Israeli scored 26 points in Portland's win over Sacramento. Yet, crunch-time reactions of Lillard and Morant when subbed out offered a glimpse into the team’s transformation.

Still the team’s primary and most dangerous weapon. Avdija.

Maccabi Tel Aviv searches for answers as struggles on the court continue

In Euroleague action, Maccabi Tel Aviv fell 113-99 to Real Madrid, which set a team record with 21 three-pointers as six players scored in double figures.

MACCABI TEL AVIV coach Oded Katash is searching for solutions as the yellow-and-blue aims to rebound from consecutive losses in Euroleague and Israeli league play.

Maccabi Tel Aviv crushed by Real Madrid despite 15-point lead

The Yellows built a 44–29 lead in Belgrade but fell asleep on defense in a 113–99 loss to Real Madrid. Kattash and his players fall to a 2–5 record following a three-point barrage by the Blancos.

Maccabi Tel Aviv player Jimmy Clark.

Herzliya falls to Porto 86–74 in Champions League

The Sharon squad erased a 20-point deficit in the third quarter before ultimately succumbing 86–74 to Porto, remaining winless in European play. Broussard led all scorers with 24 points.

Herzliya failed to complete the comeback. Carter.

Maccabi Ashdod hosts historic exhibition match with South Carolina's Allen University

The newly promoted team hosted an inspiring event with the Black university. Eric Rubin noted: "The goal is to fight Antisemitism and racism."

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Hapoel Tel Aviv rallies in Euroleague basketball, Jerusalem stays perfect in EuroCup

Hapoel Jerusalem remained unbeaten in the EuroCup with a commanding 100-64 victory over Riga Zelli, while Bnei Herzliya fell 86-74 to Porto in Basketball Champions League action.

Hapoel Tel Aviv players celebrate on the bench during their 90-81 comeback Euroleague victory over Virtus Bologna in Bulgaria.

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Trump accused NBA star LeBron James of disrespecting the US national anthem after sharing footage of him stretching and making basketball movements during its performance.

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Maccabi Tel Aviv basketball rolls to 116-89 victory as Hapoel Jerusalem, Tel Aviv secure wins

Maccabi Tel Aviv cruised past Kiryat Ata 116-89 behind John DiBartolomeo's seven threes, while Hapoel Jerusalem, Hapoel Tel Aviv,, and Bnei Herzliya secured wins.

HAPOEL JERUSALEM forward David Roddy drives to the basket for two of his game-high 16 points in the Reds' 88-74 victory over visiting Hapoel Beersheba in the capital.