'In Turkey, Thousands Are Jailed for Their Views': This NBA Star Showed the World Who Erdogan Really Is
Boston Celtics center Enes Kanter tells Haaretz how he lives under constant threat for his long-distance fight for freedom in Turkey
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Michael Jordan Treasure Rediscovered in Tel Aviv Closet After 25 Years
In the mid '90s, Michael Jordan's ex-wife sent an Air Jordan 1 sneaker and a mitt to Israel for reproduction in silver. They have stayed here ever since. With Netflix's 'The Last Dance,' the memories resurfaced
Omri Casspi Gets Into Physical Altercation With Memphis Grizzlies Teammate Garrett Temple After Loss
The Israeli-born basketball player and Temple had to be separated during a team meeting following a loss at home to the Detroit Pistons
Israel Becomes Hotspot for NBA Stars, and Some Are Catching the Heat
With three NBA All-Stars visiting in under a month, Israel's become a hot destination for the best basketball players in the world. But the price is usually high – and viral, especially when a photo-op includes an assault rifle
The Unusual Love Affair Between African-American Hoopsters and the Holy Land
A new book provides an in-depth look into the way in which Americans perceive Israel after they have gotten to know it
Now That He’s a Warrior, Will Omri Casspi Become a Brand?
Being the first Israeli in the NBA made Omri Casspi the national cornflakes king, but now that he’s with the Golden State super team, his endorsement opportunities should grow
Omri Casspi Girds to Fight for Probably the Biggest NBA Contract of His Career
The Israeli has proved he can provide the numbers of someone making three times his salary. Under a new coach with the Sacramento Kings, he’ll have to do it all over again.
Sports Startup Four Israelis the NBA Can’t Do Without
One Israeli startup’s technology can analyze basketball games in real time.
David Blatt's NBA Debut Overshadowed by Return of LeBron James and Loss to Knicks
Cleveland Cavaliers fall to 95-90 defeat against New York Knicks, with problems all over the court.
Blatt's Cleveland Cavaliers Leave Maccabi Tel Aviv in Tatters
Exhibition game between coach Blatt's former team and his current NBA squad ends in a massive point gap - and hugfest.
NBA Omri Casspi Returns to the League and Sacramento to Rekindle the Kings’ Flame
Both the Israeli player and the U.S. team he left have changed. He has no illusions, they have no expectations – and everyone wants it to work.
Will LeBron James and David Blatt Find Love in the Circus?
The Cleveland Cavaliers have just signed the best player in the world and the Israeli coach whose team won the Euroleague. Let the pressure begin.
Fearless as He Is, Derrick Rose Will Have to Change His Style
The Chicago Bulls star’s body might heal, but he'll return as a different player if wants a long career in the NBA.
NBA Casspi Scores 19 in Rockets' First Loss of Season
Despite loss, Casspi shows he can thrive as part of a fast-paced offense; 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals to go along with team-leading 19 points.
NBA Omri Casspi’s Career Poised for Liftoff With Houston Rockets
In his fifth season in the American pro league, Israeli forward is finally finding a role in a system that believes in him - from the coach down to his teammates.
Basketball / NBA Miami Heat: Champions, Until Proved Otherwise
A third title may persuade star hoopsters Dwyane Wade, LeBron James and Chris Bosh to stay for another year.
Basketball Israel, the New Hothouse of International Basketball
Local league feeding major leagues in Europe, and it isn’t just Maccabi Tel Aviv
NBA / Preseason Omri Casspi at His Best in Houston Loss
Hits nine out of 10 shots en route to 20 points in 21 minutes.
Tennis / Davis Cup A Defeat, but Not a Disappointment
Despite the frustrating loss to Belgium, no one should forget the amazing success of the Davis team in recent years.
Basketball Look Dad, There’s Omri Casspi!
Israel’s open practice session fit the bill for morning occupation for the kids, while revealing basketball’s food chain.
Israeli Gal Mekel on Verge of Signing With Dallas Mavericks, ESPN Says
The Maccabi Haifa point guard would become the second Israeli to play in the NBA after Omri Casspi.
Basketball / Euroleague / Dr. Real and Mr. Madrid
Maccabi's rival counts on Fernandez and Mirotic, but even coach Laso doesn't know what to expect from his other players. When they are on form, no team can touch them. But what about on an off day?
Israeli Company Uses Missile Software to Track Movement on Basketball Court
The technology in SportVU allows basketball players to analyze their movements at 25 frames a second. But the Israeli-developed software was designed not to bust myths or boost metrics. It was meant to track missiles.