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ISRAELI TEENAGER Ben Saraf is one of the top international prospects looking ahead to the 2025 NBA Draft and the electric guard is co-captaining the blue-and-white at the ongoing U18 Euros.

Israeli PG Ben Saraf declares for NBA draft

HAPOEL TEL AVIV players celebrate their EuroCup title-clinching victory over host Gran Canaria on Friday night, a result that ensures the Reds' qualification to the Euroleague for next season.

Hapoel Tel Aviv makes Israeli hoops history

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN

: HAPOEL TEL AVIV players celebrate their Game 1 victory over Gran Canaria in the EuroCup finals, with a potentially title-clinching Game 2 set for Friday night.

'For me we beat Hamas': Hapoel Tel Aviv owner says after first European title win

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF

Deni Avdija of the Portland Trail Blazers reacts in the final minutes of a 127-113 win over the Atlanta Hawks on April 1, 2025.

From 5 a.m. tipoffs to bar mitzvah trips, Israelis are reveling in Deni Avdija’s breakout season

By Jacob Gurvis/JTA

JOHNATHAN MOTLEY lays in the ball for Hapoel Tel Aviv in its 74-65 Game 1 victory over Gran Canaria in the EuroCup finals, with Game 2 set for Friday night.

Israeli basketball fans warned to take extra precautions prior to game in Spain

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF

MTV’s ‘Catfish’ host Nev Schulman – an avid Israel supporter – is set to run the Jerusalem Marathon on Friday in support of athletes with disabilities

Nev Schulman running for athletes with disabilities at the Jerusalem Marathon

By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF

VALENCIA FORWARD Semi Ojeleye has been hampered with an illness during the EuroCup semifinal series vs Hapoel Tel Aviv, but he will be in the lineup for tonight’s Game 3.

Valencia’s Semi Ojeleye talks Game 3, EuroCup semifinal, and home-court advantage

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN

ISRAEL'S MANOR SOLOMON (front) in action with Norway's Aron Donnum during the sides’ World Cup qualifier this week at Nagyerdei Stadion in Debrecen, Hungary, which the Norwegians won 4-2.

Israel falls to Norway in World Cup qualification

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN

FRIDAY MARKS the 93rd anniversary of the inaugural Maccabiah Games, which will take place once again this summer.

Maccabi World Union commemorates 93rd anniversary of first Maccabiah Games

By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF

A PACKED stands at Teddy Stadium in the norm for Hapoel Jerusalem matches, with the fan-owned club holding its membership elections this week.

More than fans: How Hapoel Jerusalem supporters shape the soccer club’s future

By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF

TOMER GINAT (left) and Hapoel Tel Aviv couldn’t stave off a second-half rally from Valencia, falling 91-82 in Game 1 of their best-of-three EuroCup semifinals series, which resumes on Friday.

Hapoel Tel Aviv drops EuroCup semifinal opener to Valencia

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN

MACCABI WORLD UNION – which is gearing up for its quadrennial flagship event, the Maccabiah, this summer – spans six continents, with 450 clubs in over 70 countries.

Maccabi World Union Congress kicks off celebration of sport, unity, Jewish identity

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF

ISRAEL HAS a pivotal weekend ahead in World Cup qualifying, with matches against Estonia and Norway on tap, with the blue-and-white ‘hosting’ in Debrecen, Hungary.

National Team set for World Cup qualifiers against Estonia and Norway in Hungary

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN

HAPOEL TEL AVIV’S Johnathan Motley drives to the hoop for two points in the Reds’ 67-61 win over Turk Telekom in Bulgaria to punch their ticket to the EuroCup semifinals.

Mixed EuroCup fortunes for Israeli clubs

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN

YAM MADAR (25 points) led Hapoel Tel Aviv to a 84-68 victory over Hapoel Holon ahead of the EuroCup quarterfinal showdown against Turk Telekom later this week.

Maccabi Tel Aviv secures rare road win over ASVEL in high-scoring battle

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN

Peter Paltchik: "This is a significant step toward creating a real support system for the next generation of Israeli sports.”

Paltchik Foundation awards scholarships to 10 promising young athletes

By WALLA! SPORTS

SAEED HASANEIN was dismissed from his role as stadium announcer of Israel Premier League club Bnei Sakhnin after his anti-Israel statements during matches.

Bnei Sakhnin announcer fired after anti-Israel remarks on Hamas TV

By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF

THE WIDESPREAD allegations of match-fixing in Israel's lower leagues led to yesterday suspension of the Ligat Alef North season.

Liga Alef North suspended amid match-fixing scandal

By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF