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Signed for one season or just for training camp? The ex-Maccabi Tel Aviv player is confusing the local media: "One can only speculate. Maybe something else is brewing there."

The blue-and-whites defeated Iceland 89:69 and secured a ticket to the semi-finals of the European Championship Division B. Maayan Gorin stood out with 23 points. The cadets defeated Georgia.

Basketball Super League team practices are set to officially begin next week. Last night, the first import of the 2026/27 season, Maccabi Ashdod's Nigerian center Qudus Wahab, arrived at Ben Gurion Airport.

Former Israel national team coach and player Shimon "Chinga" Shelah passed away on Thursday at the age of 94. Shelah was one of the most decorated figures in Israeli basketball history, recording 251 wins in 329 games, four league championships, and two State Cups.

A significant number of players with NBA experience have arrived in the basketball Super League this season, but within 24 hours, two players who competed in Israel last season have moved to the world's top league. Following Lonnie Walker's move from Maccabi Tel Aviv to Denver, it was announced overnight that Terrell Brown Jr., who finished the season with Maccabi Ramat Gan, has signed with the...

When a quote from a player regarding transgender basketball players goes viral in the explosive political climate in the US, and connects to the exposure of a dominant tall player from France who underwent gender transition, you get a storm in the WNBA.

Philadelphia's new star admitted he has yet to process the move from the Celtics, shared about his relationship with his former partner and clarified: "What interests me is a championship."

The Australian posted a picture of LeBron shoes and brought his name back into the conversation surrounding the Sixers, after having already stated that he would consider returning. However, salary cap restrictions make the move difficult.

LeBron James' move to the Philadelphia 76ers continues to stir up a storm in the NBA, but he is now receiving significant support from one of the greatest basketball players of all time. Shaquille O'Neal addressed the criticism surrounding James' decision to join the Sixers and rejected claims that it is a move solely aimed at "chasing another championship ring." According to O'Neal, in LeBron's...

Just as he knows how to thread an impossible pass between the defenders' hands, he found the loophole that allows him to both get the big money and play basketball at the highest levels. Do you also have something to say? Send us columns to the address: kick@ynet.co.il

The American center (26, 2.08 m), who played last season for Fenerbahce, will wear yellow until the summer of 2028: "Very excited to join a historic organization." Kattash: "Possesses very high offensive capabilities."

The 35-year-old guard, who played last season for Ironi Ramat Gan and Bnei Herzliya, joins the Reds until the summer of 2027. Coach Dimitris Itoudis emphasized that Bourdillon's experience is crucial for the team's championship ambitions.

The Reds have been in contact recently with Jasiel Rivero, who played for the Yellows for two years. The backup center position is the last one remaining before the roster is finalized. The team is expected to participate in a preseason tournament in Italy — these are the opponents they will face.

The Maccabi Tel Aviv point guard from last season is joining Nikola Jokic's squad on a $3.3 million deal. He will be replaced by Keaton Wallace, who agreed to terms last night.

The Los Angeles Lakers did not perform another roster overhaul this past summer. They made a strategic, almost fateful decision: to make Luka Doncic the exclusive face of the new project. This is a decision that is understandable from a professional standpoint, but one that comes with no small amount of risk.

After numerous delays, Maccabi Tel Aviv continues to finalize its roster for the 2026/27 season. C14 has learned that American guard Cason Wallace has agreed to a two-year deal worth approximately $1.2 million per season, set to replace Lonnie Walker.

The German world champion and former NBA center has agreed to a two-year deal with the powerhouse club. Coach Oded Kattash is confident that he is the key player who will provide the team with necessary flexibility.

The Serbian center has avoided a contract extension with Denver for the second consecutive summer and could become a free agent in 2027. Experts note that rivals are closely monitoring the situation.

Devin Booker, a big fan of Kobe Bryant, provided an unusual answer to the GOAT debate. An American commentator claims that LeBron James has had more influence on the league than Jordan.

Tomáš Satoranský, who joined Hapoel Tel Aviv, admitted that the team's model of training and playing in Sofia, avoiding frequent flights to Israel, was a key factor in his decision to sign.

The former NBA champion, who was forced to retire at 32 due to blood clots, revealed that he almost died in January and warned the San Antonio star: "It happened to me twice, and then I couldn't play anymore."

In a special episode of Double Dribble, Arik Shtilman discussed the details of Yam Madar's transfer to Maccabi Tel Aviv. The club sponsor revealed the behind-the-scenes negotiations and the player's personal commitment to the deal.

Despite the addition of Ja Morant and high hopes for the new season, The Athletic was not impressed by the Trail Blazers' summer moves and ranked them only 24th out of 30 teams in their annual ranking. Doubts about the combination with Damian Lillard, the appointment of the new coach, and the owner's conduct left the Israeli star's team among the biggest disappointments of the offseason.

According to a report in 'Gazetta', the Greek Freak wants to play for the national team during the upcoming window of games, but the Miami Heat is preventing him from doing so for fear of injury before the start of the new season. The parties have been discussing the issue in recent weeks, but it appears that the matter has already been decided.

A major drama in Israeli basketball: after weeks of negotiations, Hapoel Tel Aviv has announced the signing of point guard Tamir Blatt. The player is moving from bitter rivals Maccabi Tel Aviv, returning to the club where he first made his mark over a decade ago.

A leader on the court, manager of the kibbutz fishing branch, and a "legendary lawn mower," Dani Gofer, who led Kibbutz Nir David to the National League in the 1960s, has passed away. He is remembered not only as a gifted point guard with "golden hands" but as a true pioneer of the kibbutz movement in the early years of the state.

The 26-year-old American center, who did not impress last season at Fenerbahçe, is expected to be the third big man in the rotation after Roman Sorkin and Daniel Theis.

Eirik Schtilman revealed on the "Double Dribble" podcast that one of the investors he plans to bring to Maccabi Tel Aviv is billionaire David Fialkow. Worth over $10 billion, he is known as a "collector of great talent" and an Oscar-winning producer of the film "Icarus."

Hapoel Jerusalem owner Matan Adelson released a video message to fans explaining the club's branding strategy and emphasizing his commitment to building a stronger future for the team.

Ten days after LeBron James chose to join Philadelphia, Bam Adebayo surprised many by excluding the superstar from his list of the five greatest NBA players of all time.

Tomáš Satoranský discusses his move to Hapoel Tel Aviv, plans to be based in Sofia, and his need to reduce physical load after long-term back issues.

Rising NBA star Deni Avdija, who plays for the Portland Trail Blazers, is currently visiting Israel. In a recent interview, he discussed his love for his home country, his career, and his focus on team success.

Deni Avdija is heading into the upcoming NBA season after the best year of his career, but analysts in the US suggest that the major trade bringing Ja Morant to Portland could complicate his future with the club.

The German center (34, 2.03m), who played for Monaco in the last year and a half, is expected to play under Oded Kattash next season, with the club awaiting his release from ASVEL. He will earn about $4.5 million for two years. Leaf and Lavi are not expected to be fit for the start of training.

The founder of Rapyd has offered 120 million dollars for 58% of Maccabi Tel Aviv and an injection of an additional 30 million into the club. At the same time, the Recanati family intends to sell half of its holdings to the Jewish-American businessman, former CEO of the Memphis Grizzlies.

The blue-and-whites remain undefeated in the group stage of the European Championship Division B, securing their third win after an impressive 90:67 victory over Bulgaria. Maya Zilbershlag led the team with 27 points and 9 rebounds.

The Recanati family has initiated the sale of a 29% stake in the Maccabi Tel Aviv basketball club. American businessman Jason Levien and Rapyd founder Arik Shtilman are competing for the controlling interest.

The Recanati family, which holds the majority of the club's shares, has initiated proceedings to sell half of its stake. The new investor is set to be Jewish-American businessman Jason Levien, a former CEO of an NBA team.

A league scout claimed that Miami should not gamble on the veteran point guard, and the options in the best league in the world are dwindling: "You can't trust him, he doesn't fit into the system and doesn't defend."

The Houston star is thrilled with the collaboration between LeBron James, Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and Jaylen Brown. Durant also expressed interest in participating in the 2028 Olympics.