Basketball
Jewish guide to the 2026-27 NBA season
Fresh off becoming the first Israeli All-Star basketball player in NBA history, Deni Avdija leads a growing cohort of Jewish and Israeli players taking the court in the upcoming season.
Maccabi Tel Aviv furious after Barcelona drama: 'It feels wrong'
Maccabi Tel Aviv 1-4 in Euroleague after tight loss to Barcelona
David Roddy on Joining Hapoel Jerusalem: 'An exciting project'
'Expectations of Maccabi Tel Aviv are high': Keaton Wallace sets goals
The fresh recruit spoke in an interview with the EuroLeague website about why he chose the Yellows, his impressions of Oded Kattash's philosophy, and the special meaning of the number 17.
Basketball association to return half a million shekels to clubs
Management approved Amos Frishman's initiative. Every club will be credited for registered players, with funds transferred in coming weeks.
Hapoel Jerusalem advances to final stage for permanent EuroLeague license
EuroLeague CEO told the Reds they are final candidates for franchise: We will act with determination to become a permanent EuroLeague member.
Real revolution at Hapoel Tel Aviv? 'Everyone needs to get used to the new era'
Many at Hapoel Tel Aviv were surprised by Maccabi approach. Official: Under current structure, no independent approaches allowed on sensitive issues.
Avdija: 'I won't allow anyone to question my commitment to the national team and the country'
Avdija addressed absence: Portland wouldn't risk my health. I proved how much I care; I had no option to play and want to be healthy.
Israel knocked out of World Cup qualification after defeat to Latvia
The national team fell in second half as Latvia pulled away for an 85-70 win, capping a dismal evening for Ariel Beit-Halahmy and players.
Hapoel Tel Aviv dominates Beitar Jerusalem as Barda’s squad earns Premier League home victory
Beitar owner Barak Abramov acknowledged that his club has endured a difficult opening to the season but said there would be no panic following the defeat.
Representing Israel proudly, Saraf looks to build promising rookie season in Brooklyn - interview
Despite the challenges that come with adapting to the NBA, Saraf continued to develop his skills and became yet another role model for young basketball players across Israel.
Black and Jewish youth build bridges through basketball, on the court and beyond
“We are creating transformative spaces where young people learn empathy, trust, and cooperation, before prejudice ever takes root.”
Israel’s World Cup basketball hopes dashed with loss to Latvia
The blue-and-white ended the August window with two losses, having fallen to Poland 106-86 last week in the first game, and have been officially eliminated from World Cup qualifying.
