EuroBasket 2025
Game On: Israel Unveils Final EuroBasket Roster - Who’s In, Who’s Out
Coach Ariel Beit-Halachmi trims squad; Avdija, Ginat and Zussman lead the team, while Huber and Zalmanson miss out.
It’s official: the Israeli national basketball team has finalized its roster for the upcoming EuroBasket 2025 tournament.
Head coach Ariel Beit-Halachmi confirmed the list of 12 players who will represent the blue-and-white, as well as the two final cuts.
The roster includes:
The two players who will not take part in the tournament are Roi Huber (Hapoel Jerusalem) and Idan Zalmanson (Hapoel Holon).
Group Stage Challenge
Israel has been drawn into Group D, alongside France, Slovenia, Belgium, Iceland, and Poland. The top four teams from the group will advance to the round of 16, where Group D crosses over with Group C.
The team will open its campaign on Thursday, August 28, against Iceland at 15:00.
Preparations and Form
Ahead of the competition, Israel played five warm-up games, winning against Georgia, Greece, and Cyprus, but falling short against Estonia and Montenegro.
Despite the mixed results, expectations remain high with a squad combining NBA talent in Deni Avdija and experienced EuroLeague contributors like Madar, Ginat, and Sorkin.
Coach Beit-Halachmi emphasized the importance of unity and preparation: “We have a tough group, but this team is hungry and motivated to prove itself on the European stage.”