Patrick Beverley Announces Departure from NBA to Join Hapoel Tel Aviv in Israeli Basketball League
Sports | July 16, 2024, 5:04 p.m.
Patrick Beverley, a 12-year NBA veteran, has decided to leave the league for a contract with Hapoel Tel Aviv BC in the Israeli Basketball Premier League. Beverley, 36, announced his decision on his "Pat Bev Pod" social media feed, stating that the team gave him an offer he couldn't refuse. While the terms of the contract have not been disclosed, Beverley had the choice between an NBA veteran minimum deal or a more lucrative offer to play in Israel. His decision comes after a tumultuous end to his last NBA season with the Milwaukee Bucks, where he faced a suspension for throwing a basketball at fans and refusing to speak to a reporter who didn't subscribe to his podcast. Beverley began his professional career overseas before joining the NBA, with stops at various teams throughout his career. If this marks the end of his NBA tenure, Beverley will have played 666 games with solid averages in points, rebounds, assists, and steals.