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Dramatic Victory: Israel Defeats Greece in Youth European Championship Opener
The Israeli youth national team, coached by Nadav Zilberstein, secured a prestigious 93:84 overtime victory against Greece. Aviv Aronov (30 points) and David Mosis (26 points and 19 rebounds) led the team to success.

Avi Even: Jared Harper was close to signing with Maccabi Tel Aviv
The former sports director told the "Double Dribble" program that the "yellows" had targeted the guard — then playing for Valencia — as a replacement for the injured Wade Baldwin: "It progressed, but did not happen."

LeBron James' Agent Reveals Reason for Move to Philadelphia
Rich Paul explained what led the star to turn down Cleveland and Golden State, expressed enthusiasm for the Sixers' roster, and addressed Joel Embiid's health status.

From relegation to the top of the EuroLeague: The success story of Roman Sorkin
Avi Even told "Double Dribble" about the Maccabi Tel Aviv player's path to the top: "They tore me apart when we signed him, but it's crazy potential."

Michael Jordan third, Patrick Beverley 12th: Ranking the greatest trash talkers in NBA history
The intriguing rankings from "Bleacher Report" continue. Luka Dončić is in 26th place, Chris Paul is 18th, and Shaquille O'Neal is 11th. Who took the top spot? The full top 50 is inside.

Everything connects, except the basketball? The question marks surrounding LeBron and Philadelphia
The Sixers built a flashy starting five, but LeBron will require Maxey, Brown, Edgecombe, and Embiid to change roles, while the bench and defense raise doubts. Personal and business ties explain the connection, but on the court, it still looks problematic.

"Maybe he is a racist": Trump jabs at LeBron and names Jordan the greatest of all time
The US President was asked about LeBron James' move to Philadelphia and the eternal debate over who is greater, Michael Jordan or LeBron James. Trump did not hesitate to choose the Chicago Bulls legend, adding: "Maybe he is a racist. Maybe he just doesn't like Trump."

Commentators warn: LeBron might actually become Philadelphia's problem
Yahoo analyzed the big move and warned that James might interfere with the stars: "He chose a team where he will contribute the least and create the most complications."

Another center escapes Maccabi Tel Aviv: Oscar Tshiebwe signs with Houston
The Congolese center, who was on the radar of the 'yellows', chose to remain in the United States and signed with the Rockets. In 49 NBA games, he averaged 7 points and 6.5 rebounds.

No romance, no closure: Why LeBron's move feels a bit sour
Returning to the East makes sense and Philadelphia's roster is loaded with talent, but at 41, James prefers a corporate and cold move over drama or nostalgia. Now there is only one way to sell this move: to bring the Sixers their first championship in 43 years.

LeBron hasn't forgotten: Jaylen Brown's jab at Bronny is back in the headlines
Even before they collaborate on the Sixers, Brown claimed that Bronny is "not an NBA player." The star returned a jab, and now the two will try to leave the hard feelings behind.

Dream Team: This Is What Philadelphia Will Look Like in the LeBron James Version
The Sixers have become one of the strongest teams in the NBA overnight. LeBron is expected to start alongside Brown, Maxey, and Embiid — will this be enough for the King's fifth championship?

The league is in shock: LeBron James' decision caught everyone off guard
The surprising move to Philadelphia caused a stir across the NBA: Caitlin Clark received the news in the middle of a press conference, a league manager admitted that the Sixers were only "option number 4", and Tyrese Maxey celebrated wildly. The Governor of Pennsylvania has already declared a "LeBron James Day".

"This is my last decision": LeBron explained why he chose Philadelphia
Following his move to Philadelphia, 41-year-old NBA star LeBron James declared: "I'm not doing this for the money and not for the family. I still want to compete, win, and feel the feeling of winning a championship again."

The die is cast: LeBron James joins Philadelphia
The decision everyone was waiting for has arrived: one of the greatest NBA players has left the Lakers after eight seasons and signed with the Sixers. The 41-year-old LeBron will try to lead Philadelphia to its first championship since 1983.

Avi Even explains: How Elijah Bryant became a EuroLeague MVP candidate
The former Maccabi Tel Aviv figure was a guest on the latest episode of "Double Dribble" and discussed, among other things, the rise of the Hapoel Tel Aviv star: "Few know how to work correctly."

"Deni Avdija is an All-Star, I hope Portland fans have someone to cheer for next season"
Tom Haberstroh, the analyst for the Trail Blazers broadcasts who was notified that he would not continue with the club, addressed the departure: "I knew there would be a change, it sucks that I won't be able to follow his development live." Regarding reports of the franchise moving elsewhere, he said: "It's like a religion there, it will be very sad if they move."

After six years in college: David Green signs with Ironi Kiryat Ata
The 24-year-old forward (2.00m), who excelled last season at Tulsa, joins Eldad Bentov's squad. 'He is a very competitive player with a strong character and a hunger to succeed,' the club stated.

Breaking all the charts: David Musis is the next big thing in Israeli basketball
David Musis barely played until age 15, and today he is the tall hope of the Israel national team. He is considered a "unicorn," and next season he will be in college. The center who grew up in the nursery that produced Lior Eliyahu wants to lead the Israel national team to the podium, and there is also a comparison to Deni Avdija.

Refusing to retire: Sergio Llull to play 20th season for Real Madrid
The 38-year-old captain has extended his contract through 2027, continuing to build on his record of appearances for the club, with which he has already won 29 titles. Meanwhile, Olimpia Milano has signed Moses Wright.

"Deni Avdija is a phenomenon: when he feels confident, he cannot be stopped"
Avi Even explained the secret to the Portland star's success on the "Double Dribble" podcast: "He improves every year, he is in an amazing place, and I hope he continues to grow."

Bnei Herzliya signed D.J. Bruton: "A special player"
The Sharon-based team announced the addition of the guard who won the Polish championship with Legia Warsaw: "We have been following him since last summer. He still has a lot of upside." He joins four foreign players who are continuing from last season.

From the French second division: Hapoel Holon adds Drew Thelwell
The point guard, who has represented the Jamaican national team over the past year, joins Predrag Krunic's squad: "Athletic, efficient, with a good shooting range."

Report: Real Madrid in talks to sign Lonnie Walker
The American guard is nearing a final departure from Maccabi Tel Aviv. Los Blancos view him as a missing piece of the puzzle, while the yellow's are already scouting replacements.

For $100 million: Rapyd founder Arik Shtilman offers to purchase Recanati shares in Maccabi Tel Aviv
First publication: Arik Shtilman offers to purchase the Recanati family's holdings in the basketball club and become the controlling owner. This follows a surprising move by the Recanatis, who exercised their right of first refusal to purchase the Federman family's shares.

David Roddy signed with Hapoel Jerusalem: "The right place for me"
The forward (25, 1.96 m), who was selected 23rd in the 2022 draft, will earn about one million dollars in Sasa Obradovic's team.

Noam Dovrat Signs with Ironi Ness Ziona for the Upcoming Season
The 24-year-old guard has returned to Israel following a season at the University of Miami: "I am happy to join a club with big ambitions."

Scottie Pippen only in eighth place: Ranking of the greatest defenders in NBA history
Bleacher Report placed Michael Jordan in 15th place, Kawhi Leonard in 12th, and Draymond Green in 10th. The full ranking is inside.

Fear for the future of Portland: in the USA they demand the NBA "not screw this up"
Senior analyst Zach Lowe raised a red flag against the backdrop of reports about the club potentially leaving the city. Meanwhile, The Athletic offered a more sober perspective on the new owner Tom Dundon's policies.

LeBron James is not waiting for anyone, and gets backing from Shaquille O'Neal
In the US they claim: The veteran star is not waiting for a trade or a move by one of the candidates to sign him: "He has all the information." The former center claims that James is "not chasing a ring," is the Miami option less likely?

"It's not certain that even LeBron James himself knows where he will sign"
In the United States, the focus remains on the future of the NBA superstar. His agent addressed the various candidacies: "Everything is clear, all messages have been conveyed."

Bryce Brown to Continue for a Third Season at Ironi Ness Ziona
The scorer (29, 1.91 m), who averaged 16.1 points per game last season, will continue at the heart of the Moshava: 'A club that is like a home for me.' He joins Jackson Rowe, Paris Lee, and Jacob Wiley in the team's foreign roster.

Daniel Rosenbaum Signs with Hapoel Eilat for the Upcoming Season
The shooting guard (29, 1.97m), who excelled in recent years for Hapoel Haifa, has joined the team recently promoted to the Super League. Coach Oren Aharoni: "A high-quality player with an excellent personality who fits the identity of the team we want to build."