By Eurohoops team / info@eurohoops.net
Maccabi Tel Aviv captured the Israel State Cup once again, overpowering Bnei Herzliya 109–90 in a one-sided final at Menora Mivtachim Arena.
The hosts seized control early and never looked back, building a commanding halftime cushion that effectively decided the contest.
Roman Sorkin delivered a standout performance to earn Finals MVP honors, finishing with a game-high 25 points. The Israeli big man set the tone in the first half, scoring 19 points and stretching the lead with confident shooting from long range.
Maccabi’s depth was equally decisive. Jaylen Hoard contributed 20 points on efficient shooting, while Tamir Blatt orchestrated the offense with 14 points and eight assists. Jimmy Clark and Marcio Santos added 11 points apiece as the yellow-and-blue cruised comfortably down the stretch.
Herzliya briefly stayed within striking distance in the opening quarter, but struggled to keep pace once Maccabi accelerated. Chinanu Onuaku led the effort with 16 points, eight rebounds, and six assists, while Noah Carter chipped in 15, though the gap never truly threatened to close in the second half.
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