Mar 16 β€’ 21:41 UTC πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή Lithuania Lrytas

Baskonia will play two EuroLeague home games without spectators

The Basque club announced that they will host Hapoel Tel Aviv behind closed doors on March 27 and play against Maccabi Tel Aviv without fans on April 7.

Baskonia, a professional basketball club from Vitoria in Spain, has announced that it will hold two upcoming EuroLeague home games without any spectators. The decision was made as a precautionary measure for safety concerns regarding the potential risks associated with hosting games against Israeli teams in the current geopolitical climate. The specific matches affected are scheduled for March 27 against Hapoel Tel Aviv and April 7 against Maccabi Tel Aviv.

In addition to the restrictions on spectators, Baskonia also offered a form of compensation for season ticket holders. Those who hold season tickets will have the opportunity to renew their subscriptions for the next season with compensation considered for the games missed, demonstrating the club's commitment to its fanbase even under these challenging circumstances.

Currently, Baskonia's performance in the EuroLeague has not been strong, as the club sits near the bottom of the league table with only nine wins after 31 games played. This situation may compound the difficulties faced by the club in maintaining fan engagement and support, especially as they navigate these difficult conditions for hosting games during a tense period in international relations.

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