Obradovic Sets Hapoel Jerusalem's EuroLeague Target

Hapoel Jerusalem formally presented Sasa Obradovic as its new head coach, and the veteran Serbian coach set a clear target of reaching the EuroLeague after the coming season. Obradovic said the club will chase titles in Israel and Europe, build an aggressive team and rely on its supporters while he settles into a longer project in Jerusalem. Owner Matan Adelson and professional director Dan Shamir described the appointment as a new chapter for a club trying to reach higher European competition. Obradovic also said the security situation does not deter him and that he feels safe in Israel.