Despite Alloul’s Buzzer Beater, Posnack Stuns Montreal Heat 48–45 in First-Round Thriller!

Game Recap:
In a nail-biting first-round showdown, the #16-seeded David Posnack Jewish Day School Rams pulled off a dramatic 48–45 victory over the Hebrew Academy of Montreal Heat, powered by the heroics of A. Ben-Shmuel (#22) and M. Furer (#12). The game was a back-and-forth battle of grit and poise, capped off by one of the tournament’s most electric moments — a half-court buzzer beater from Simon Alloul to close the third quarter, igniting the Heat’s bench and giving them a surge to finish the game strong.

Rams Rise Behind Relentless Duo:
Ben-Shmuel led all scorers for Posnack with 15 points, adding an unforgettable long-range shot that will be remembered in school lore. His teammate M. Furer poured in 14 points of his own while battling through four fouls, showing toughness and composure down the stretch. G. Shlomi contributed 9 clutch points, while E. Oppen added 3 critical free throws that helped seal the win.

Montreal’s Push Falls Just Short:
The #17-seeded Heat, led by S. Alloul’s 15 points and D. Levy’s 11, kept the pressure on until the final seconds. Their offense flowed through sharp perimeter shooting, but foul trouble and missed late-game opportunities cost them their comeback bid. Despite a balanced team effort — including I. Alloul’s 6 points and A. Edery’s and M. Ohayon’s inside presence — the Heat couldn’t overcome Posnack’s momentum surge even after the third-quarter dagger.

Final Thoughts:
The 48–45 win propels the Posnack Rams into the next round, where they’ll look to ride their momentum — and their newfound March magic — deeper into the bracket. For the Heat, it’s heartbreak in defeat but pride in effort, as they pushed one of the tournament’s most determined underdogs to the limit.

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