Hapoel Afula Secures Star Guard Cassius Stanley for Israeli Winner League
Newly promoted Hapoel Afula has made a significant addition to its roster, signing 24-year-old American guard Cassius Stanley. Stanley's basketball journey has taken him from the college courts of Duke University, where he earned accolades like ACC All-Freshman Team, to the professional leagues of the NBA. He was drafted by the Indiana Pacers in the second round of the 2020 NBA Draft and has since made valuable contributions to various teams in both the NBA and the NBA G League.
Last season, Stanley showcased his skills with the Rio Grande Valley Vipers in the NBA G League, where he averaged an impressive 14.1 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game. His recent performance in the NBA Summer League with the Denver Nuggets also highlights his versatility, recording 6.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.0 steal per game.
This signing marks an exciting chapter in Stanley's basketball career as he joins Hapoel Afula to make an impact in the Israeli Winner League.