Hapoel Beats Holon in Preseason Game

After a lengthy period of building the roster and adding several new players, Hapoel took its first test of the 2026/27 season today. The Reds stepped onto the court for their preseason opener against Hapoel Holon. For the coaching staff, it was a first opportunity to see the new players in game action, build chemistry and begin coming together as a team.

Hapoel controlled the game from the opening tip, with strong performances from Devontae Cacok and David Roddy helping the Reds take a 28–18 lead after the first quarter. That dominance continued in the second, led by Shake Milton and Dušan Mileti?, as Hapoel went into halftime ahead 57–31. The momentum carried into the third quarter, with Roi Huber knocking down several three-pointers to help make it 81–51 heading into the final period. Hapoel remained in control throughout the fourth, closing out a 102–76 victory in its first preseason game.

Hapoel impressed offensively, shooting an excellent 81.8% from two-point range and 41.7% from beyond the arc. Shake Milton led the way, going a perfect 4-for-4 on two-pointers and 3-for-5 from three. Dušan Mileti? delivered a strong performance inside, finishing with 16 points. In total, six players scored in double figures.

Hapoel scorers: Shake Milton 22, Dušan Mileti? 16, Roi Huber and Nimrod Levi 12 each, David Roddy 11, Devontae Cacok 10, Afek Amsalem 6, Gabi Chachashvili 5, Yovel Zoosman and Yonatan Keller 4 each.