Skip to content
  • 31 בMay 2025 16:05
Facebook-f X-twitter Telegram
Sign in with Google

BUZZA NEWS AND INFORMATION PORTAL

Maccabi Tel Aviv Aims to Extend Dominance Over Nes Ziona in Crucial Playoff Opener

By /

Playoff Showdown: Maccabi Tel Aviv vs. Ironi Ness Ziona in Quarterfinals

Match Preview

The quarterfinals of the Winner League playoffs are currently underway, as Maccabi Tel Aviv hosts Ironi Ness Ziona at the Menora Mivtachim Arena. This marks the first game in a best-of-five series, and Maccabi is determined to start strong on their home court.

Teams’ Current Form

Maccabi Tel Aviv, guided by coach Oded Katsch, concluded the regular season in first place, coming into this match with the advantage of home support. With a three-game winning streak, including victories against Hapoel Galil Gilboa, Hapoel Herzliya, and Ironi Kiryat Ata, Maccabi is looking to build on their momentum and secure a crucial lead heading into the second game.

Conversely, Ironi Ness Ziona is seeking to pull off an upset. Despite defeating Hapoel Be’er Sheva/Dimona in their last outing, they had previously suffered three consecutive losses. The team aims to disrupt Maccabi’s dominance and gain an early advantage in the series.

Historical Matchup

The history between these two teams heavily favors Maccabi Tel Aviv, who have won all of their last 13 meetings. Ironi Ness Ziona’s last victory over Maccabi dates back to December 2021, when they triumphed 87-73.

First Quarter Summary

The first quarter of the matchup concluded with Maccabi Tel Aviv leading 24-20. Key players for Maccabi included:

  • Tamiir Blatt
  • Rokas Jokubaitis
  • Luwawu-Cabarrot
  • Trevon West
  • Jalen Horder

Meanwhile, Ironi Ness Ziona’s lineup featured:

  • Bryce Brown
  • Yair Kravitz
  • Jake Van Tubergen
  • Ricky Lindo
  • Itay Shegev

The quarter began with Ironi Ness Ziona’s Van Tubergen scoring two points, propelling his team to an 8-0 run before Maccabi made their mark. Williams’ “and-start” play and free throws from Horder narrowed the gap. After a slow start, Maccabi responded with a significant 10-0 run, establishing a lead of 19-13. Despite a brief resurgence from the orange team, a buzzer-beater three-pointer from Clark sealed the quarter for Maccabi.

As the game progresses, spectators and fans alike eagerly anticipate how this playoff series will unfold

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Scroll to Top