May 25, 2026
The Israeli basketball player Raz Adam passed away suddenly
תמונה: ויקיפדיה
The Israeli basketball player Raz Adam was killed this week in a severe car accident.
Adam played for Hapoel Galil Elyon.
He was considered a very beloved player in Israeli basketball.
Friends, coaches, and players said he always had a big smile and a great sense of humor.
He was supposed to soon receive a special award for 1,000 points in the Israeli Premier League.
His death surprised everyone.
Following the tragedy, the league's management dedicated the remaining games of the season to Adam's memory.
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Before the games, there was a moment of silence in his memory. Players, coaches, and fans stood quietly in the arenas to honor his memory. Players and fans across the country continue to bid farewell to him on social media and in basketball arenas.