Hapoel Beer Sheva delivered a strong performance to defeat Hapoel Jerusalem 90-75 at home on December 22, 2025. Beer Sheva used a dominant second half to turn a close game into a comfortable victory, handing Jerusalem a second consecutive loss. The first half was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams showcasing their defensive schemes. After the break, Beer Sheva came out with renewed energy, going on a major run to open the third quarter and seize control of the game. Their defense intensified, forcing Jerusalem into difficult shots and turnovers. Jerusalem's offense became stagnant, and they could not find an answer for Beer Sheva's balanced scoring attack. The fifteen-point margin was a significant and impressive result for the home side.