1. Hapoel Holon are very pleased with the 75:93 over Strasbourg in the first game of the Champions League quarter-final series.
"There was a huge game here," the team said.
"But still nothing is over. The series has just begun, and it is not easy to play for them in France."
"It was a tough game," Joe Ragland said at the conclusion.
"We wanted to provide a statement already in the first game, the coach prepared us well for the game physically and mentally. We won the first game, but the series is not over yet."
"We got into the game well and it helped us in terms of pace," added Rafi Manko.
"The team's connection lately has helped us improve our attacking play. Everyone knows where the other is coming from. We have a lot more to strive for."
2. Qualifying for the quarterfinals will also pay off for the team's players financially.
In accordance with the grants stipulated in the contracts at the beginning of the season, the team players will receive a total of about $ 80,000 in total.
The amount will increase if the team qualifies for the Final Four.
Goods.
Will Holon complete the work in France ?, Photo: Alan Schieber
3. There were also reasons for concern yesterday.
Guard Adam Smith who is in a great period was injured in the twin muscle and was not a partner in the second half.
The player will be tested during the day and is expected to miss the game against Maccabi Tel Aviv on Saturday.
The club believe and hope that Smith will be fit to play in France next Tuesday.
On the other hand, Chris Johnson recovered from the strong blow he suffered in the back during last Saturday's game against Bnei Herzliya, and provided another great game in which he also led the list of scenes.
"In terms of defensive toughness, Chris is our barometer, as in the time Nadav Hanfeld was at Maccabi Tel Aviv," complimented Guy Goodes.
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