Hapoel Jerusalem bounced back in emphatic fashion, routing Elizzur Maccabi Netanya 100-69 at home on December 25, 2025. The 31-point Christmas Day victory was a statement performance from Jerusalem, who dominated every facet of the game from start to finish. They set the tone with aggressive defense, converting turnovers into easy baskets to build a massive first-half lead. Netanya appeared overwhelmed and could not find any offensive consistency against Jerusalem's swarming defense. Jerusalem's bench players contributed significantly, maintaining the intensity and extending the lead in the second half. The comprehensive nature of the win served as perfect redemption for Jerusalem after their recent struggles and restored confidence within the squad.