Maccabi Tel Aviv Cruises Past Hapoel Beer Sheva 106-90

Maccabi Tel Aviv continued their dominant run in the Ligat HaAl with a comprehensive 106-90 victory over Hapoel Beer Sheva on June 2, 2026. Playing at the Menora Mivtachim Arena, the yellow-and-blue used a blistering first half to build an insurmountable lead and never looked back.

First-Half Explosion

Maccabi Tel Aviv erupted for 62 points in the first two quarters, shooting 62% from the floor and knocking down 10 three-pointers before halftime. The home crowd roared as the team’s superstar guard poured in 18 points in the first half alone. Hapoel Beer Sheva struggled to keep pace, trailing by 20 at the break despite a decent offensive start.

Second-Half Control

Although Hapoel Beer Sheva tightened their defense in the third quarter, holding Maccabi to 20 points, they could not close the gap. Maccabi's depth proved too much, with four players scoring in double figures by the end. The visitors managed to trim the lead to 15 early in the fourth, but Maccabi responded with a quick 7-0 run to restore order.

Standout Players

• Maccabi Tel Aviv – The point guard recorded a near triple-double with 22 points, 9 assists, and 8 rebounds. The center added 18 points and 11 boards, dominating the paint.
• Hapoel Beer Sheva – Their shooting guard finished with 28 points on efficient shooting, but the lack of defensive stops and turnovers (17 total) undermined the effort.

Table Implications

Maccabi Tel Aviv’s victory solidifies their place at the top of the Ligat HaAl standings, maintaining a two-game lead over second-place Hapoel Jerusalem. For Hapoel Beer Sheva, the loss keeps them in the middle of the pack. With the regular season winding down, every result matters. Maccabi next faces Hapoel Holon on the road, while Beer Sheva hosts Hapoel Gilboa Galil as they aim to stay in playoff contention.