Israel National Basketball Team begins prep for pair of qualifiers vs Germany, Croatia (opens original article in a new tab)

The Israel National Basketball Team starts preparation for upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Germany and Croatia, facing challenges due to player absences and injuries.

• Israel National Basketball Team begins training for qualifiers against Germany and Croatia in June 2026.
• Key players are unavailable due to NBA commitments and injuries, including Deni Avdija and Ben Saraf.
• Coach Ariel Beit Halachmi acknowledges challenges but remains focused on available players and upcoming games.