Next man up: Shorthanded Israel ready for tough basketball World Cup qualifiers
The Israel National Basketball Team has already advanced to the next stage of qualifying, which will take place at the end of August
Assessment
With a spot in the next stage already secured, Israel can approach the August qualifiers with less pressure but with a shorthanded roster. The key question is how the team will integrate replacements and maintain cohesion against tough opponents. The results will set the tone for the final push toward World Cup qualification.