NESS ZIONA, Israel (Interstat) — Ironi Nes Ziona defeated Hapoel Ha’Emek 80-70 on Friday at Lev HaMoshava Arena in an Israeli BSL game. The home team took an early lead, scoring 19 points in the first quarter to Hapoel’s 20, then outscored the visitors 18-25 in the second to trail 45-37 at halftime. Ironi Nes Ziona rallied in the third, scoring 20 points to Hapoel’s 14, and closed strong with a 23-11 fourth quarter.

Ironi Nes Ziona shot 32 of 64 from the floor, including 10 of 29 from three-point range, and converted 6 of 8 free throws. They grabbed 36 rebounds, committed 13 turnovers and had 7 assists. Jackson Rowe, named the top star, recorded 11 points and 7 rebounds. Spencer Weisz added 14 points and 11 rebounds.

Hapoel Ha’Emek shot 20 of 55 from the field, 11 of 31 from beyond the arc and 19 of 25 from the line. They had 29 rebounds, 6 assists and 15 turnovers. Rafael Menco led Hapoel with 18 points. Cameron Henry had 14 points and 5 rebounds. Hapoel Ha’Emek’s record fell to 16-8, while Ironi Nes Ziona improved to 7-18.