In the inaugural matchup, Chai Force clashed with the Shraga Flames in a riveting, high-scoring encounter. Gabe Sklar set the tone for Chai Force, demonstrating remarkable prowess in driving and creating scoring opportunities. Meanwhile, Yoel Kintzer showcased a stellar performance for the Shraga Flames, sinking five three-pointers and concluding the night with 26 points. After a commanding 8-0 run towards the end of the first half, Chai Force secured the lead and maintained their advantage, clinching victory with a score of 70-51 and advancing to the championship round.
The second semi-final featured the Mikvah Dunks against the Holy Hoopers. Hami Alexander, the standout player for Mikvah Dunks, delivered an outstanding performance, tallying 42 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists, effectively carrying his team to victory. Yosef Heller contributed significantly for the Hoopers with 25 points and 8 assists. The Dunks capitalized on a late-game surge, propelled by Alexander's stellar play, ultimately triumphing with a score of 71-58.
The grand finale pitted the Mikvah Dunks against Chai Force for the 2024 Israel Basketball League championship. The game commenced with a slow tempo as both teams exhibited formidable defensive strategies. Gabe Sklar's late-game heroics, including two pivotal deep three-pointers during an 8-0 run, ignited Chai Force's offense. Meanwhile, Hami Alexander kept the Dunks in contention with his adept orchestration of the offense and relentless drives to the basket. With the score tied at 60-60 late in the second half, Sklar's assist to Jonah Eber, who sank an incredible fadeaway three-pointer, propelled Chai Force into the lead. Chai Force maintained their advantage, emerging victorious in a hard-fought battle with a final score of 76-73.