Hapoel Tel Aviv

Victories overshadowed: War halts Israeli hoops momentum

Hapoel Tel Aviv finally snapped its five-game losing streak, while Maccabi Tel Aviv recorded an important win that will keep it in the postseason race as their respective campaigns head into March.

|ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
ELIJAH BRYANT and Hapoel Tel Aviv snapped their Euroleague losing streak against Milano just before the war with Iran broke out.
IT WAS a full team effort for Beitar Jerusalem at Maccabi Netanya, with the capital city side featuring seven different scorers in an 8-2 away rout in league play.

Beitar runs riot over Netanya to remain in title race

Elsewhere, Hapoel Petah Tikva slipped by Maccabi Haifa 1-0 as Mamady Diarra scored the lone goal of the match in the 59th minute to take the points and stay in the Championship Playoff picture.

|ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
HAPOEL TEL AVIV players are all smiles during their 3-1 victory over Hapoel Jerusalem at Teddy Stadium.

Stav Turiel’s brace leads Hapoel Tel Aviv to win over Hapoel Jerusalem in Premier League clash

In addition, Maccabi Haifa and Beersheba secure wins while Beitar honors former hostage Elkana Bohbot before a goalless draw with Maccabi Tel Aviv.

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Noam Shilian enjoys a private visit with Hapoel Tel Aviv players

Noam Shilian’s inspiring journey back to sport

Hapoel Tel Aviv hosted 11-year-old supporter Noam Shilian at training, offering a special moment of connection as he continues rehabilitation from a rare pain condition.

|ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF

Grit, strategy, team chemistry: How Itoudis’s tough love is transforming Hapoel Tel Aviv

Itoudis still has plenty of work to do to get this team into a position to win the EuroCup as well as the Israeli league.

JANUARY 3, 2025ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
DIMITRIOS ITOUDIS is making a quick impact with Hapoel Tel Aviv after taking over the head coaching reins from Stefanos Dedas just over a month ago.

Sizzling Paris powers past Mac TA; Holon keeps BCL hopes alive

Shorts came out on fire, scoring with ease and creating havoc for the Maccabi defense. Tyson Ward and Maodo Lo also contributed early and often, giving Paris a commanding 50-36 lead at halftime.

DECEMBER 5, 2024ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
AYLEN HOARD (right) and Maccabi Tel Aviv hit a wall against Paris, falling 93-81on Tuesday night in Euroleague action.

Hapoel Tel Aviv’s new era underway as Dimitrios Itoudis takes the coaching reins

The 54-year-old Greek tactician, a two-time Euroleague champion, signed a three-year deal worth a reported $1 million per season, taking over the head coaching role from Stefanos Dedas.

NOVEMBER 28, 2024ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
DIMITRIOS ITOUDIS speaks during his introductory press conference ahead of taking over as the head coach of Hapoel Tel Aviv.

Leadership under fire: Hapoel Tel Aviv owner Ofer Yannay navigates challenges

With owner Ofer Yannay heavily invested in Hapoel Tel Aviv, his goal is to find a way to move up and play in the Euroleague with all of the continent’s top teams.

NOVEMBER 15, 2024ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
Hapoel Tel Aviv owner Ofer Yannay

Hapoel Tel Aviv edges Kiryat Ata, Herzliya upsets Mac TA in OT

Elsewhere, Bnei Herzliya defeated Maccabi Tel Aviv 106-101 in overtime, thanks to Xavier Sneed’s clutch play.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
HAPOEL TEL AVIV’S Marcus Foster rises for a dunk in the Reds’ tight 96-95 victory over Ironi Kiryat Ata.

Hapoel Lev Jerusalem withstands Iran attack

Iranian missiles halt Israeli basketball, sending players to shelter as sirens sound nationwide.

OCTOBER 2, 2024ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN

Growing pains: Hapoel Tel Aviv’s ambitions hit early roadblocks, raising tough questions

Hapoel Tel Aviv's early-season struggles highlight the challenges for coach Dedas in uniting a talented roster after back-to-back losses.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
THE SEASON has barely begun, but Hapoel Tel Aviv coach Stefanos Dedas is already on the hot seat, with the Reds dealing with big expectations and a concerning start.

Ramat Gan overcomes Hapoel Tel Aviv in OT

With 109-102, Maccabi Ramat Gan is advancing to the Winner Cup semis.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
MACCABI RAMAT GAN'S Roi Huber hits a game-tying three-pointer late in the fourth quarter of his team's 109-102 .

'I wake up in paradise': Patrick Beverley raves about Tel Aviv on podcast

Beverley, who currently plays for Hapoel Tel Aviv, said his stay in Tel Aviv raised some concerns among his acquaintances, "Playing in Israel, obviously, I wake up. I get phone calls."

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Patrick Beverley #21 of the Milwaukee Bucks reacts to a score during the second half of game five of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs against the Indiana Pacers at Fiserv Forum on April 30, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Patrick Beverley signs with Hapoel Tel Aviv

Reds continue to make statement about title and Euroleague intentions by bringing in NBA veteran.

JULY 17, 2024ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
PATRICK BEVERLEY split the 2023/24 season with the Philadelphia 76ers and Milwaukee Bucks, averaging 6.2 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.9 assists in 73 games.