Sasa Obradovic

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.

Hapoel Jerusalem opens its EuroCup campaign in Belgrade against Rostock on Tuesday. Sasa Obradovic's squad looks to start strong amid roster adjustments and new format rules.

Hapoel Jerusalem launched its new season with high ambitions, Euroleague aspirations, and new coach Sasa Obradovic at the helm, eyeing domestic and European success.

While Hapoel Jerusalem prepares for the new season under Sasa Obradovic, a warning arrives from Serbia. Ognjen Dobric, captain of Crvena Zvezda Belgrade, who played under the coach last season, provided a rare, unfiltered look at the working methods of the coach who missed the EuroLeague playoffs last season.

Gal Mekel, co-owner of Hapoel Jerusalem, was a guest on the "Double Dribble" podcast and spoke about the turbulent summer, roster construction, and EuroLeague dreams.

The Reds continue to shape the roster for the next season: The forward (23, 1.98 meters) who was considered a great prospect in college but failed to establish himself in the NBA. Since 2024, he played in the Chinese league: "I was impressed by the high expectations." Obradovic: "A rare combination of strength, talent, and ability to influence."