An intriguing hardwood meeting is approaching as Maccabi Tel-Aviv gets set to meet Hapoel Tel-Aviv. There's real importance attached to this result in League Cup, with the opening tip arriving
Across Israel, the game holds a firm place among supporters, framing the wider backdrop to this meeting.
Rebounding effort and defensive discipline might prove telling from the start. How each side handles the opening quarter may shape the rhythm of the rest of the contest. Which team manages to control the tempo early? Could foul trouble end up reshaping either team's rotation?
A close, competitive contest looks entirely plausible given the stakes. Might bench depth prove to be the deciding factor? Fans can track Basketball live scoring and updates as the game unfolds.
The victory of Maccabi Tel-Aviv: 1.83
The success of Hapoel Tel-Aviv: 2.02