EuroCup: Hapoel Tel Aviv Sets Sights on Quarter-Finals against Hamburg
In the 13th round of the EuroCup basketball competition, Hapoel Tel Aviv is geared up to clash with Hamburg in Belgrade, as the team aims to solidify its position for the quarter-finals.
Sam Morgan
- 2023-12-27
- Updated 12:36 PM ET
(NewsNibs) - Despite being plagued with injuries and playing without Jacoben Brown, Brian Angola, Jaylen Hoard, and Tomer Ginat, as well as the unavailability of recent signee Will Cummings, Hapoel Tel Aviv is riding a wave of momentum with a ten-game winning streak across all competitions. This impressive run includes a recent victory over domestic rival Hapoel Jerusalem. Hapoel Tel Aviv has set its eyes on clinching one of the top two spots in their group to secure automatic progression to the EuroCup quarter-finals and maintain home-court advantage. Dez Wells, potentially making his debut for Hapoel Tel Aviv, will be dressed and ready to contribute for the first time in this pivotal matchup.
Hamburg's Struggle for Progress
The encounter in Belgrade presents a formidable challenge for Hamburg, whose prospects of advancing in the EuroCup appear bleak. With a record of two wins against ten losses, the German team's chances are hanging by a thread, exacerbated by previous heavy defeats; they have suffered a 36-point loss in Paris, a 32-point upset in Badalona, and a 20-point shortfall against Promitheas. Hamburg's performance in previous games, coupled with their significant earlier loss to Hapoel Tel Aviv with a jarring scoreline of 111-72, adds to the pressure they face in this upcoming game.
Hapoel Tel Aviv is committed to extending its winning streak and solidifying its rank within the EuroCup landscape. Despite significant absences, the team's morale is bolstered by their recent successes and the potential excitement of Dez Wells' first appearance. Meanwhile, Hamburg will aim to restore some pride as they tackle the challenging task of making an improbable comeback in the tournament.
The showdown in Belgrade is not just a test of skill and strategy, but also of resilience for both teams. Hapoel Tel Aviv's determination to maintain its winning ways and Hamburg's fight to rekindle their EuroCup journey, despite dim prospects, is set to make this an intriguing battle on the court.
