Hapoel Defeats Dubai in Euroleague 9th Round
The Israeli basketball team Hapoel Tel Aviv triumphed over Dubai with a score of 109:97 in Sarajevo during the 9th round of the Euroleague.
Match Overview
Dubai played without several key injured players, including Bosnian national team member Džanan Musa and Serbian guard Aleksa Avramović. Despite this, they managed to stay competitive in the first half, driven by the strong performance of Dwayne Bacon.
"Dubai went into the break with a narrow 48:47 lead, displaying resilience against one of the season’s top teams."
Turning Point
In the second half, Hapoel took control and dominated the game. They scored 35 points in the third quarter, turning the match decisively in their favor. Their success came from an aggressive defense that quickly turned steals into easy points.
Game Context
The match was played in Sarajevo’s Zetra arena behind closed doors following a decision by the Sarajevo Canton Police. With this victory, Hapoel tied for first place with Belgrade’s Red Star, each holding a record of seven wins and two losses.
Author’s Summary
Hapoel Tel Aviv’s strong defense and high-tempo offense secured a decisive comeback win over injury-depleted Dubai in an empty Sarajevo arena.