Maccabi advances to cup semis with 78-63 win over Ness Ziona
20/01/2025
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Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv advanced to the State Cup semifinals without any doubts after defeating Ironi Ness Ziona 63-78 in their first home game at Menora Mivtachim Arena in a month and a half. The yellow-and-blue dominated throughout and enjoyed an outstanding performance by Jaylen Hoard, who delivered 23 points and 10 rebounds, giving the devoted fans they had missed so much a memorable show.
Oded Kattash's squad started the game strong, making a 10-0 run from the tip and never looking back. Besides Hoard, Marial Shayok (11 points) and Roman Sorkin (10) also scored in double figures, while Tamir Blatt contributed 9 points and 7 assists.
The semifinal will take place in February in Jerusalem, with the three potential opponents in the draw being Hapoel Jerusalem, Hapoel Tel Aviv, and Bnei Herzliya. On Thursday, the yellow-and-blue will host Red Star in their "home" game in Belgrade.