Basketball

Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom announced he will attend Game 3 of the WNBA Finals despite receiving threats, following a ruling by the league denying his controversial draft eligibility bid.

Hapoel Tel Aviv and Maccabi make statements in Europe, while Deni Avdija prepares for a star-level NBA season alongside a breakdown of global title contenders.

The 2026/27 NBA season tips off with massive roster overhauls, blockbuster trades, and championship aspirations. Analysts break down the top contenders, biggest surprises, and player outlooks.

Hapoel Jerusalem basketball club inaugurated the Fallen Stand on Saturday, honoring 46 fans who fell in Israel's wars and terror attacks with a permanent memorial.

Maccabi Tel Aviv secured a surprising 91-88 away victory over Valencia in the EuroLeague, bouncing back with a strong three-point shooting display led by Jimmy Clark.

Hapoel Tel Aviv announced its return to the Shlomo Group Arena (Drive In) following a fan vote, ending a tense standoff between owner Ofer Yanai and supporters.

Israeli forward Deni Avdija has jumped to 27th in the new CBS Sports NBA player rankings, marking a massive surge from his 76th spot last year.

Shareholders in Maccabi Tel Aviv basketball club have abandoned mediation plans and will proceed directly to arbitration next week over a fierce ownership dispute involving key stakes and millions of dollars.

Portland Trail Blazers crushed the London Lions 119:66 in a pre-season match in Britain. Deni Avdija finished the first half with 9 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists.

Hapoel Jerusalem cruised to a 92:69 victory over Hapoel Holon to open the 2026/27 Super League season, powered by a dominant second-half performance under coach Saša Obradović.

Deni Avdija joined Draymond Green's podcast to discuss his challenging NBA beginnings, his All-Star breakthrough in Portland, and representing Israel.

EuroLeague CEO Chus Bueno and Competitions Director Diego Gean conclude their visit to Israel, evaluating security and venues as Maccabi Tel Aviv pushes to return home matches.

Yahoo criticized The Athletic for omitting Israeli NBA star Deni Avdija from its latest season preview, despite his stellar All-Star campaign with the Portland Trail Blazers averaging 24.2 points per game.

Fifteen-year-old Barcelona prodigy Mohamed Dabone shined in the Spanish U22 league with 24 points and 14 rebounds, drawing massive attention and comparisons to Lamine Yamal.

Maccabi Tel Aviv hosts Hapoel Galil Elyon tomorrow to open the 2026/27 Israeli Basketball Super League season, featuring memorial tributes for October 7 victims.

Hapoel Tel Aviv suffered a 93-82 away defeat to Valencia, dropping to a 2-2 record in Europe. Antonio Blakeney shined with 30 points, while the club criticized refereeing decisions.

AS Monaco basketball club declares insolvency and drops to the third tier in France following financial collapse tied to oligarch Aleksey Fedorychev's legal troubles.

Hapoel Tel Aviv travels to face Valencia in the EuroLeague, riding a strong momentum with key players returning to the roster ahead of a challenging away match.

EuroLeague clubs have rejected a partnership proposal from the NBA over significant financial valuation gaps and disagreements regarding future tournament expansion plans in Europe.

Draymond Green criticized Portland's coaching staff on his podcast for publicly contradicting Damian Lillard over the starting lineup, warning of locker room friction.

Maccabi Tel Aviv faces early-season scrutiny after a disappointing EuroLeague start despite a significant budget increase and high-profile summer signings.

The wife of an American basketball player for an Italian team, who is Israeli and Jewish, faced verbal abuse and threats from spectators after a match in Italy.

Maccabi Tel Aviv Chairman Shimon Mizrahi has traveled to Italy for the EuroLeague owners meeting to advocate for the return of games to Israel. The summit addresses long-term licenses, with Hapoel Tel Aviv and Hapoel Jerusalem competing for a spot.

A new basketball team, Hapoel HaShisha Jerusalem, has been established to honor six hostages murdered in Gaza, blending sports remembrance with community legacy.

European basketball is undergoing a massive economic revolution marked by the abolition of the luxury tax and record-breaking budgets. Teams like Panathinaikos, Hapoel Tel Aviv, and Maccabi Tel Aviv are leading a high-stakes financial arms race.

Portland Trail Blazers fired newly appointed play-by-play announcer Brayden Bell hours after hiring him due to offensive teenage social media posts.

Deni Avdija opens the 2026/27 NBA season aiming to become a complete two-way player. The Portland forward discusses overcoming injuries, refining his shot, and embracing a stronger defensive role.

Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals Game 3 jersey from the Chicago Bulls sold for 12.26 million dollars, setting a new record for any basketball jersey at auction.

The NBA is making significant progress in talks with major European football clubs regarding the establishment of NBA Europe, with potential merger discussions involving the EuroLeague ahead.

The NBA is closing in on a decision for the Las Vegas expansion franchise, with three investor groups remaining in a race where winning bids could hit $13 billion.

Roman Sorkin has officially signed a massive contract extension with Maccabi Tel Aviv, keeping the star center with the club through the summer of 2030.

Ironi Ness Ziona defeated Hapoel Galil Elyon 78-70 on Monday, securing their spot in the Winner Cup semifinals where they will face Hapoel Tel Aviv.

The Ramat Gan Safari welcomed a young Persian leopard named Deni, in honor of Israeli basketball star Deni Avdija. The feline joins other celebrity-named animals at the park.

For the first time in Israeli women's basketball history, female coaches make up the majority in the top division, with six women leading teams this season.

Italian Serie A basketball budgets for the 2026/27 season reach nearly 185 million euros, marking a 65% increase since 2018/19. Olimpia Milano leads the league with a 40 million euro budget, while newcomer BC Roma enters the top flight.

Tofas Bursa defeated Bandirma 90-89 in the Turkish Basketball Super League opener thanks to a miraculous full-court buzzer-beater by Yigitcan Saybir.

World basketball mourns Bob Pettit, an NBA legend, Hall of Famer, and the league's first-ever MVP, who passed away at the age of 93.

The 2026/27 EuroLeague season tipped off with Dubai stunning Real Madrid 78-77, alongside major season-opening matchups featuring Žalgiris, Panathinaikos, and Olympiacos.

Hapoel Tel Aviv begins its second EuroLeague season in Sofia against Bayern Munich, aiming to bounce back from a recent Supercup defeat under coach Dimitris Itoudis.

Police body-cam footage from March shows a Miami officer pointing a Taser at WNBA star Paige Bueckers during her teammate Arike Ogunbowale's arrest, sparking nationwide controversy.

French forward Nicolas Batum has officially announced his retirement from basketball at age 37, ending an 18-season NBA career and a legendary run with the French national team.

Eurohoops released its 2026/27 EuroLeague power rankings, placing Hapoel Tel Aviv seventh and Maccabi Tel Aviv 12th. Both Israeli clubs face challenges due to playing home games abroad.

Journalist Zion Nanos criticized Hapoel Tel Aviv owners for housing foreign players in Bulgaria rather than Israel, sparking debates amid European matches in Sofia.

Double Dribble podcasters analyze Maccabi Tel Aviv's crushing victory over Hapoel Tel Aviv, praising the team's continuity, energy, and strong start under Oded Kattash.

Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Hapoel Tel Aviv 101:83 at Menora Mivtachim Arena to claim the 2026/27 Super Cup, powered by a stellar performance from Yam Madar.

Hapoel Tel Aviv basketball chairman Stav Shaham announced he will meet with EuroLeague owners and believes games will soon return to Israel amid relative regional calm.

Israeli basketball guard Gal Raviv has been ranked 32nd in the 2028 WNBA mock draft by W Bound, following stellar performances for Miami and the national team.

At 40, former NBA star Dwight Howard has announced he is coming out of retirement to join Georgian club Black Fortress Tbilisi next month, following a brief retirement.

The Golden State star is showing top form ahead of the NBA season. Curry has confirmed his intention to finish his career with the Warriors.

The champion and cup holder has gone through another drama, as Richard Deitz announced the exercise of his right of first refusal on the sale deal to Jason Levien. What is behind this decision? What made him angry at the other owners? And how can the legendary chairman turn things around? Ynet sorts it out.