Hapoel Tel Aviv continued their impressive start to the EuroLeague season, securing a hard-fought 85-77 victory over Monaco. The reigning EuroCup champions showed great composure in the final minutes, with key players stepping up to seal the win and improve their season record to 5-1.
The game was a close contest, but Hapoel’s ability to perform under pressure in the fourth quarter made the difference. Their late-game execution, led by veterans Vasilije Micic and Johnathan Motley, proved too much for Monaco to handle, highlighting Hapoel’s readiness for top-level competition.
🎯 Key Players Shine in Crunch Time
Vasilije Micic delivered another outstanding performance, leading all scorers with 22 points. His crucial three-pointer with just 58 seconds left gave Hapoel a comfortable lead. Johnathan Motley was also instrumental, scoring 11 of his 17 points in the final quarter when his team needed him most.
💪 Strong Team Effort from Hapoel
Beyond the star players, Hapoel displayed a balanced team effort. Three other players scored in double figures, with Colin Malcolm and Dan Oturu each contributing 11 points, and Antonio Blakeney adding another 10 points. This all-around contribution was vital to securing the victory.
🏀 Monaco’s Valiant Fight
Monaco put up a strong fight throughout the game. Mika James led his team with 20 points, five assists, and four rebounds, while Elie Okobo provided 12 points and eight assists. Daniel Thies was also effective with 12 points and eight rebounds, but their combined efforts weren’t enough to stop Hapoel’s late surge.
