Bet on Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Hapoel Jerusalem on Basketball

Maccabi Tel Aviv are favored to win this Super League clash, as they traditionally dominate domestic competition and usually sit above Hapoel Jerusalem in the standings, with most markets likely to price them around 1.40–1.55 to win versus 2.60–3.00 on Hapoel. Their deeper roster, better recent form in league play, and superior scoring efficiency make them the logical favorite with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.

The match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Jerusalem is scheduled to start at 7:05 PM local time on 11 January 2026, which corresponds to 7:05 PM Israel Time (IST, UTC+2) given winter time in Israel. Bettors following internationally should convert from 19:05 IST to their respective time zones to avoid missing the tip-off.

The game will be played in Tel Aviv at Menora Mivtachim Arena, the regular home of Maccabi Tel Aviv, a modern indoor basketball venue with a capacity of roughly 10,000 fans and a reputation for one of the loudest atmospheres in European basketball. Its tight seating bowl and strong home support historically give Maccabi a clear home-court edge in Israeli Super League matches.

Based on typical market ranges, Maccabi Tel Aviv are expected to be around a 6.5–9.5 point favorite, with handicap odds near 1.85 on both sides and a projected total in the 158–164 points range. Maccabi’s stronger offense and depth suggest a likely home win, but a competitive game is expected as Hapoel Jerusalem usually defend well and can cover the spread if they control the tempo.

In recent Super League head-to-head meetings over the past two seasons, Maccabi Tel Aviv have generally held the upper hand, winning the majority of games while Hapoel Jerusalem have managed only a few upset victories, often at home. Historically, these encounters are high-intensity rivalry games, with several matchups decided by single-digit margins despite Maccabi’s overall series lead.