The most crucial game of the last round of the Israeli Winner League was the first loss of undefeated Maccabi T-A in Tel-Aviv. Hosts were defeated by Maccabi Rishon 81-64 It was a key game for the top position in the league as both teams had the same 2-0 record before this meeting.
It was an exceptional evening for point guard Willie Warren who came up for the winners with 14 points and 4 assists
Maccabi Rishon have now a solid series of three victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Netanya. Defending champion Maccabi T-A keeps the third place with one game lost.
Maccabi Rishon will play against Hapoel Tel-Aviv at home in the next round.