Hamamatsu-Higashi Mikawa Phoenix (BJ League) agreed terms with 28-year old American guard Wendell White (198-100kg-84, college: UNLV, agency: Top Notch Sports). Its actually his comeback to Hamamatsu Phoenix as he played here before. White just played at Oita H.Devils (BJ League). In 12 games this season he had very impressive stats: 17.4ppg, 14.0rpg, 3.1apg and 1.0spg. The last season White played also at Oita Heat Devils. In 43 BJ League games last year he recorded also great stats: 18.6ppg, 9.8rpg, 2.6apg and 1.4spg. The list of the past achievements is quite long as He won Japanese BJ League championship title in 2010. White was also voted Asia-Basket.com All-Japanese BJ League 2nd Team in 2011. He has played also professionally in Korea (Dongbu Promy), D-League (Los Angeles D-Fenders). White attended University of Nevada - Las Vegas until 2007 and it will be his sixth season as a professional player.
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The round was exceptionally exciting as four games ended with a tiny margin. There was no lack of interesting games this round. The round ended with change at the leadership position, favorites losing the games and games ending by tiny margin. Round 9 most important game was a defeat of Ryukyu GK (5-3). They were defeated by third ranked Shimane Magic (4-4) 61-56 on Sunday night. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Ryukyu GK. It may be a crucial game in the contest... [read more]
The round was exceptionally exciting as four games ended with a tiny margin. There was no lack of interesting games this round. The round ended with change at the leadership position, favorites losing the games and games ending by tiny margin.
Round 9 most important game was a defeat of Ryukyu GK (5-3). They were defeated by third ranked Shimane Magic (4-4) 61-56 on Sunday night. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Ryukyu GK. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. The hosts trailed by 2 points after three quarters before their 24-17 charge, which allowed them to win the game. American forward Josh Scott (208-93, college: Colorado, agency: Pensack Sports) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and point guard Edward Yamamoto (173-86) chipped in 15 points. Shimane Magic's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was international forward Ira Brown (193-82, college: Gonzaga) with 12 points and 7 rebounds. Shimane Magic moved-up to second place, which they share with San-en and Toyama Grouses. Ryukyu GK at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. They share it with Kyoto Hannar.. They were replaced at the leadership position by Kyoto Hannar.. Ryukyu GK will play next round against strong Chiba Jets trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Shimane Magic will try to continue on its current victory against fourth ranked Nishinomiya S. in Hyogo. Leading Ryukyu GK (5-3) recorded its third loss on the court of third ranked Shimane Magic. Visitors were defeated by Shimane Magic 75-69. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Ryukyu GK. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. American forward Josh Scott (208-93, college: Colorado, agency: Pensack Sports) nailed a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and Brendan Lane accounted for 15 points and 6 rebounds. American center Hilton Armstrong (210-84, college: Connecticut) came up with 9 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for Ryukyu GK in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Shimane Magic (4-4) moved-up to second place, which they share with San-en and Toyama Grouses. Ryukyu GK at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. They share it with Kyoto Hannar.. Shimane Magic will play against Nishinomiya S. (#4) in Hyogo in the next round. Ryukyu GK will play at home against Chiba Jets and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Quite upsetting was Toyama Grouses' home defeat in a game versus Kyoto Hannar.83-73. It was a key game for the top position in the league. The best player for the winners was Marcus Dove who scored 11 points and 7 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Naoki Uto who recorded a double-double by scoring 20 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Kyoto Hannar. (5-3) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Ryukyu GK. Loser Toyama Grouses dropped to the second place with four games lost. They share the position with San-en and Shimane SM. Kyoto Hannar. will meet at home league's second-placed Ryukyu GK in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Toyama Grouses will play against Diamond Dolphins in Nagoya and it may be a tough game between close rivals. A very interesting game took place in Toyama. It ended with only one-point defeat on the road of second-best Kyoto Hannar. (5-3) to fourth ranked Toyama Grouses (4-4) 93-92 on Saturday evening. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. It was a good game for Naoki Uto who saved his team from a defeat with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Toyama Grouses moved-up to second place, which they share with San-en and Shimane SM. Kyoto Hannar. at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. Toyama Grouses' next round opponent will be Diamond Dolphins (#4) in Nagoya. Kyoto Hannar. will play at home against the league's second-placed Ryukyu GK and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Important game to mention about took place in Kanagawa. Third ranked Toshiba Thunders (6-2) saved a 2-point victory at home edging 5th ranked Hitachi Sunrockers (3-5) 71-69 on Saturday evening. Josh Davis stepped up with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Toshiba Thunders have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Chiba Jets and Hokkaido L. Loser Hitachi Sunrockers dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Toshiba Thunders will face Niigata Albirex (#5) at home in the next round. Hitachi Sunrockers will play against Tochigi Brex and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 9: Osaka Evessa lost to Chiba Jets on the opponent's court 70-77. Yokohama BC was outscored by SeaHorses in a home game 69-96. Toyota Alvark managed to beat Tochigi Brex on the road 71-63. Nagoya DD defeated San-en on its own court 91-83. Hokkaido L. beat Niigata Albirex in Saporro 85-79. Yokohama BC lost to SeaHorses at home 73-79. Hokkaido L. managed to outperform Niigata Albirex on the opponent's court 84-81. Tochigi Brex recorded a loss to Toyota Alvark in a home game 71-76. Shiga L-Stars defeated Nishinomiya S. on the road 78-62. Nagoya DD beat San-en on its own court 89-81. Osaka Evessa won against Chiba Jets in a road game 84-68. Nishinomiya S. managed to outperform Shiga L-Stars at home 80-71. Hitachi SR recorded a loss to Toshiba BT on the opponent's court 85-83. The most impressive stats of the last round was 31 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists by Yuki Togashi of Chiba Jets.
Very expected game when 5th ranked Osaka Evessa (2-6) was defeated on the road by first ranked Chiba Jets (6-2) 77-70 on Sunday. The hosts trailed by 8 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 4-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 77-70. The former international point guard Yuki Togashi (170-93) stepped up and scored 31 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and American forward Michael Parker (202-81, college: Evergreen St.) chipped in 9 points and 10 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American-Panamanian forward Gyno Pomare (203-86, college: San Diego) with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds and American forward David Wear (208-90, college: UCLA) scored 10 points and 5 rebounds. Osaka Evessa's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Chiba Jets have a solid series of three victories in a row. Despite that victory Chiba Jets went down to second position due to points difference, which they share with Toshiba BT and Hokkaido L. Loser Osaka Evessa dropped to the fourth place with six games lost. Chiba Jets will face league's second-placed Ryukyu GK in Okinawa in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Osaka Evessa will play on the road against Shiga L-Stars and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Chiba Jets: Y.Togashi 31+5reb+6ast, T.Gaffney 10+6reb+1ast, M.Parker 9+10reb+2ast, S.Hara 8+2reb, R.Ono 8+6reb+4ast, G.Edwards 7+7reb+2ast Osaka Evessa: G.Pomare 17+11reb+2ast, N.Kumagae 10+1reb+1ast, S.Konno 10+3reb+1ast, D.Wear 10+5reb+2ast, G.Smith 8+7reb+1ast, S.Negoro 6+5reb+3ast
Very predictable result when first ranked Aishin Sea Horses (7-1) smashed on the road 6th ranked Yokohama BC (1-7) 96-69 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by Aishin Sea Horses. Yokohama BC was better in fourth quarter 21-20. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. It was a great shooting night for Aishin Sea Horses especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 57.9 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. International forward Takanobu Nishikawa (195-92) stepped up and scored 32 points and 4 assists for the winners and the former international center JR Sakuragi (206-76, college: UCLA) chipped in 13 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Aishin Sea Horses players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Tanzanian center Hasheem Thabeet (218-87, college: Connecticut) with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds and the former international power forward Takuya Sato (198-83) scored 15 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Aishin Sea Horses have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 7-1 record, which they share with Toyota Alvark. Yokohama BC lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with seven games lost. Aishin Sea Horses will face league's second-placed San-en NeoPhoenix in Hamamatsu in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Yokohama BC will play on the road against Niigata Albirex (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: SeaHorses: T.Nishikawa 32+1reb+4ast, J.Sakuragi 13+9reb+5ast, M.Hiejima 13+4reb+3ast, I.Butts 10+14reb, M.Karimata 9+1reb+8ast, K.Matsui 9+2ast Yokohama BC: H.Thabeet 24+10reb, T.Sato 15+5reb+6ast, R.Tawatari 11+1reb, K.Yamada 9+2reb+1ast, J.Parmer 6+8reb+1ast, M.Masayuki 2+2ast
Not a big story in a game when 6th ranked Tochigi Brex (2-6) was defeated at home by second ranked Toyota Alvark (7-1) 71-63 on Sunday. The guests trailed by 2 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 7-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 71-63. American center Alex Kirk (211-91, college: N.Mexico, agency: Pensack Sports) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds for the winners and guard Seiya Ando (184-92) chipped in 12 points and 8 rebounds. Four Toyota Alvark players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American power forward Ryan Rossiter (204-89, college: Siena) with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists and international guard Yusuke Endo (185-89) scored 15 points. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Toyota Alvark have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with SeaHorses. Tochigi Brex lost fourth consecutive game. Defending champion dropped to the fourth place with six games lost. Toyota Alvark will face Toshiba Thunders (#4) in Kanagawa in the next round. Tochigi Brex will play on the road against Hitachi Sunrockers in Tokyo and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Toyota Alvark: A.Kirk 17+13reb, S.Ando 12+8reb, D.Tanaka 11+1reb+6ast, J.Takeuchi 10+1reb+2ast, L.Lucas 8+1reb+1ast, S.Kikuchi 5+2reb+1ast Tochigi Brex: R.Rossiter 17+12reb+6ast, Y.Endo 15+2reb+2ast, C.Bozeman 10+4reb, K.Takeuchi 8+5reb, S.Ikaruga 5+1reb+2ast, A.Naymick 4+4reb
There was a small surprise in Nagoya where fifth ranked Diamond Dolphins (3-5) beat second-best San-en NeoPhoenix (4-4) 91-83 on Sunday. The hosts trailed by 6 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 11-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 91-83. American Craig Brackins (208-87, college: Iowa St.) stepped up and scored 27 points and 9 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) for the winners and guard Takaya Sasayama (178-93) chipped in 21 points and 6 assists. Four Diamond Dolphins players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American swingman Cartier Martin (201-84, college: Kansas St.) with 29 points and 7 rebounds and Canadian center Scott Morrison (213-86, college: Portland St.) scored 15 points and 6 rebounds. Diamond Dolphins moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Hitachi SR and Niigata Albirex. Loser San-en NeoPhoenix keeps the second position with four games lost. Diamond Dolphins will face higher ranked Toyama Grouses (#3) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. San-en NeoPhoenix will play against the league's leader Aishin Sea Horses and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Nagoya DD: C.Brackins 27+9reb+1ast, T.Sasayama 21+2reb+6ast, J.Tillman 12+3reb+3ast, T.Nakahigashi 12+5reb+5ast, S.Funyu 7+2reb, S.Ando 6+2reb+2ast San-en: C.Martin 29+7reb, S.Morrison 15+6reb, T.Suzuki 9+1reb+8ast, S.Tawatari 6+1ast, J.Kano 6+1reb+1ast, H.Kawashima 6+5reb+2ast
There was a change at the B League leadership position after last games. Round 9 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Ryukyu GK (5-3). They were defeated by third ranked Shimane Magic (4-4) 61-56 on Sunday night. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Ryukyu GK. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. The hosts trailed by 2 points after three quarters before their 24-17 charge, which allowed them to win the game. American forward Josh Scott (208-93, college: Colorado, agency: Pensack Sports) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and point guard Edward Yamamoto (173-86) chipped in 15 points. Shimane Magic's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was international forward Ira Brown (193-82, college: Gonzaga) with 12 points and 7 rebounds and international guard Ryuichi Kishimoto (176-90) scored 14 points. Shimane Magic moved-up to second place, which they share with San-en and Toyama Grouses. Ryukyu GK at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. They share it with Kyoto Hannar.. They were replaced at the leadership position by Kyoto Hannar.. Ryukyu GK will play next round against strong Chiba Jets trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Shimane Magic will try to continue on its current victory against fourth ranked Nishinomiya S. in Hyogo. Top scorers: Shimane SM: J.Scott 17+12reb+1ast, E.Yamamoto 15+4reb+1ast, S.Watanabe 12+5ast, T.Soma 6+1reb+1ast, K.Sato 5+2reb, B.Lane 2+6reb+2ast Ryukyu GK: R.Kishimoto 14+2reb, I.Brown 12+7reb+1ast, Y.Suda 8+5reb+3ast, H.Armstrong 8+5reb+1ast, H.Martin 7+8reb, K.Ninomiya 5+2ast
Quite upsetting was Toyama Grouses' home defeat in a game versus Kyoto Hannar.83-73. It was a key game for the top position in the league. The game was mostly controlled by Kyoto Hannar.. Toyama Grouses managed to win fourth quarter 24-22. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. It was a great shooting night for Kyoto Hannar. especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 58.8 percentage. The best player for the winners was American Marcus Dove (206-85, college: Oklahoma St.) who scored 11 points and 7 rebounds. Point guard Ito Tatsuya (173-94) chipped in 9 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Naoki Uto (188-91) who recorded a double-double by scoring 20 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and American center Dexter Pittman (208-88, college: Texas, agency: Inception Sports) added 10 points and 10 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Kyoto Hannar. (5-3) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Ryukyu GK. Loser Toyama Grouses dropped to the second place with four games lost. They share the position with San-en and Shimane SM. Kyoto Hannar. will meet at home league's second-placed Ryukyu GK in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Toyama Grouses will play against Diamond Dolphins in Nagoya and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Kyoto Hannar.: M.Kataoka 14+3reb+1ast, Y.Okada 13+1ast, N.Yuya 11+6reb+1ast, M.Dove 11+7reb+2ast, I.Tatsuya 9+5reb+5ast, S.Watanuki 8+2reb+1ast Toyama Grouses: N.Uto 20+11reb+4ast, H.Otsuka 13+1reb+1ast, D.Viney 10+6reb+1ast, D.Pittman 10+10reb+2ast, Y.Ueta 6+1reb+1ast, N.Hashimoto 5+2reb
We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 3rd placed Niigata Albirex (3-5) was defeated at home by fourth ranked Hokkaido L. (6-2) 85-79 on Sunday. The guests trailed by 2 points after three quarters before their 30-22 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Hokkaido L. made 24-of-27 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. American forward Greg Whittington (203-93, college: Rutgers) stepped up and scored 16 points and 8 rebounds for the winners and guard Asahi Tajima (173-88) chipped in 20 points and 4 assists. Four Hokkaido L. players scored in double figures. Hokkaido L.'s coach Kota Mizuno used entire bench saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was the former international guard Kei Igarashi (180-80) with 19 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists and American Davante Gardner (203-91, college: Marquette) scored 25 points and 6 rebounds. Hokkaido L. moved-up to second place, which they share with Toshiba BT and Chiba Jets. Niigata Albirex lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Hokkaido L. will face Chiba Jets (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Niigata Albirex will play against Toshiba Thunders in Kanagawa and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Hokkaido L.: A.Tajima 20+2reb+4ast, G.Whittington 16+8reb+2ast, D.Miller 13+6reb+2ast, M.Trasolini 10+5reb+1ast, T.Orimo 7+2reb+1ast, D.Noguchi 6+2reb Niigata Albirex: D.Gardner 25+6reb, K.Igarashi 19+9reb+6ast, J.Uzawa 11+4reb, S.Hatakeyama 7+4ast, Y.Ikeda 6+2reb+3ast, A.Dufault 6+5reb+1ast
Leading Ryukyu GK (5-3) recorded its third loss on the court of third ranked Shimane Magic. Visitors were defeated by Shimane Magic 75-69. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Ryukyu GK. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. The hosts started the game with a very strong first quarter 19-10. But Ryukyu GK won second period 19-18. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. American forward Josh Scott (208-93, college: Colorado, agency: Pensack Sports) nailed a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and his fellow American import center Brendan Lane (206-90, college: Pepperdine) accounted for 15 points and 6 rebounds. American center Hilton Armstrong (210-84, college: Connecticut) came up with 9 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and international forward Ira Brown (193-82, college: Gonzaga) added 9 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Ryukyu GK in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Shimane Magic (4-4) moved-up to second place, which they share with San-en and Toyama Grouses. Ryukyu GK at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. They share it with Kyoto Hannar.. Shimane Magic will play against Nishinomiya S. (#4) in Hyogo in the next round. Ryukyu GK will play at home against Chiba Jets and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Shimane SM: J.Scott 16+10reb+4ast, B.Lane 15+6reb+1ast, K.Hatano 10+2reb+1ast, S.Watanabe 9+2reb+4ast, K.Sato 9, G.Stutz 6+4reb Ryukyu GK: H.Martin 12+5reb+1ast, K.Ninomiya 11+1reb+3ast, Y.Suda 10+2reb+1ast, I.Brown 9+8reb+3ast, H.Armstrong 9+7reb+5ast, S.Tsuyama 6+1reb+1ast
No shocking result in a game when first ranked Aishin Sea Horses (7-1) won against on the road 6th ranked Yokohama BC (1-7) 79-73 on Saturday. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Yokohama BC won third quarter 18-17. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Aishin Sea Horses looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American forward Daniel Orton (208-90, college: Kentucky) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and the former international center JR Sakuragi (206-76, college: UCLA) chipped in 19 points and 7 rebounds. Four Aishin Sea Horses players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was the former international guard Takuya Kawamura (193-86) with 20 points and 7 assists and Tanzanian center Hasheem Thabeet (218-87, college: Connecticut) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds. Yokohama BC's coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Aishin Sea Horses have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 7-1 record, which they share with Toyota Alvark. Yokohama BC lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with seven games lost. Aishin Sea Horses will face league's second-placed San-en NeoPhoenix in Hamamatsu in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Yokohama BC will play on the road against Niigata Albirex (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: SeaHorses: D.Orton 26+10reb+1ast, J.Sakuragi 19+7reb+3ast, M.Hiejima 17+5reb+5ast, K.Matsui 11, I.Butts 4+12reb+1ast, T.Nishikawa 2+3reb+1ast Yokohama BC: T.Kawamura 20+2reb+7ast, J.Parmer 14+7reb+1ast, H.Thabeet 11+11reb+1ast, R.Tawatari 8+1reb+1ast, M.Hosoya 8+1reb+2ast, K.Takashima 6+2reb+1ast
A very interesting game took place in Toyama. It ended with only one-point defeat on the road of second-best Kyoto Hannar. (5-3) to fourth ranked Toyama Grouses (4-4) 93-92 on Saturday evening. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning the initial quarter 26-21. But Kyoto Hannar. won second period 25-21. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. It was a great shooting night for Toyama Grouses especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 58.8 percentage. It was a good game for forward Naoki Uto (188-91) who saved his team from a defeat with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists. American forward Sam Willard (205-88, college: Pacific, agency: Pensack Sports) contributed with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Five Toyama Grouses players scored in double figures. Zimbabwean-American Julian Mavunga (203-90, college: Miami, OH, agency: Pensack Sports) answered with 20 points and 6 assists and American center Joshua Smith (208-92, college: Georgetown) added 16 points and 13 rebounds in the effort for Kyoto Hannar.Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Toyama Grouses moved-up to second place, which they share with San-en and Shimane SM. Kyoto Hannar. at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. Toyama Grouses' next round opponent will be Diamond Dolphins (#4) in Nagoya. Kyoto Hannar. will play at home against the league's second-placed Ryukyu GK and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Toyama Grouses: N.Uto 28+5reb+10ast, D.Viney 15+3reb+1ast, D.Pittman 15+8reb, S.Willard 14+13reb+3ast, H.Otsuka 12+1reb+1ast, Y.Ueta 6+1reb+1ast Kyoto Hannar.: J.Mavunga 20+4reb+6ast, Y.Okada 19+7ast, J.Smith 16+13reb+1ast, N.Yuya 9+5reb+1ast, I.Tatsuya 7+1reb, M.Dove 5+2reb+2ast
We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 3rd placed Niigata Albirex (3-5) was edged at home by fourth ranked Hokkaido L. (6-2) 84-81 on Saturday. The guests trailed by 15 points after three quarters before their 31-13 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Hokkaido L. made 23-of-27 free shots (85.2 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Niigata Albirex turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American forward Greg Whittington (203-93, college: Rutgers) stepped up and scored 23 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and Canadian-Italian power forward Marc Trasolini (206-90, college: Santa Clara) chipped in 17 points and 9 rebounds. Four Hokkaido L. players scored in double figures. Hokkaido L.'s coach Kota Mizuno used entire bench in such tough game. The best for the losing side was American Davante Gardner (203-91, college: Marquette) with a double-double by scoring 31 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international guard Kei Igarashi (180-80) scored 11 points and 6 assists. Hokkaido L. moved-up to second place, which they share with Toshiba BT and Chiba Jets. Niigata Albirex lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Hokkaido L. will face Chiba Jets (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Niigata Albirex will play against Toshiba Thunders in Kanagawa and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Hokkaido L.: G.Whittington 23+6reb+2ast, M.Trasolini 17+9reb+3ast, T.Orimo 10+5reb+2ast, D.Noguchi 10+3reb+1ast, R.Sakurai 8+5reb+5ast, T.Ito 5+3ast Niigata Albirex: D.Gardner 31+15reb+4ast, K.Igarashi 11+3reb+6ast, Y.Ikeda 11+2reb+1ast, J.Uzawa 8+4reb, S.Hatakeyama 7+1ast, T.You 7+3reb+1ast
Important game to mention about took place in Kanagawa. Third ranked Toshiba Thunders (6-2) saved a 2-point victory at home edging 5th ranked Hitachi Sunrockers (3-5) 71-69 on Saturday evening. The hosts trailed by 3 points after three quarters before their 22-17 charge, which allowed them to win the game. American forward Josh Davis (203-91, college: San Diego St.) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 16 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import power forward Nick Fazekas (211-85, college: Nevada) chipped in 14 points and 11 rebounds. Four Toshiba Thunders players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Canadian center Robert Sacre (213-89, college: Gonzaga) with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds and American forward Josh Harrellson (208-89, college: Kentucky) scored 8 points and 13 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Toshiba Thunders have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Chiba Jets and Hokkaido L. Loser Hitachi Sunrockers dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Toshiba Thunders will face Niigata Albirex (#5) at home in the next round. Hitachi Sunrockers will play against Tochigi Brex and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Toshiba BT: R.Shinoyama 15+3reb+2ast, N.Fazekas 14+11reb+1ast, J.Davis 12+16reb+2ast, N.Tsuji 11+1reb+3ast, Y.Fujii 7+1reb, M.Diouf 4+3reb Hitachi SR: R.Sacre 19+12reb, T.Hasegawa 11+1reb+2ast, J.Harrellson 8+13reb, K.Hirose 8+1reb+1ast, L.Vendrame 7+1reb+1ast, J.Thorpe 6+3reb+1ast
Rather predictable result when second ranked Toyota Alvark (7-1) defeated on the road 6th ranked Tochigi Brex (2-6) 76-71 on Saturday. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Tochigi Brex won third quarter 22-16. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. American center Alex Kirk (211-91, college: N.Mexico, agency: Pensack Sports) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and international power forward Joji Takeuchi (207-85) chipped in 11 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Toyota Alvark's coach Luka Pavicevic allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. The best for the losing side was American power forward Ryan Rossiter (204-89, college: Siena) with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 13 rebounds and 7 assists and the former international guard Yuta Tabuse (173-80, college: BYU-Hawaii) scored 13 points. Toyota Alvark have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with SeaHorses. Tochigi Brex lost fourth consecutive game. Defending champion dropped to the fourth place with six games lost. Toyota Alvark will face Toshiba Thunders (#4) in Kanagawa in the next round. Tochigi Brex will play on the road against Hitachi Sunrockers in Tokyo and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Toyota Alvark: A.Kirk 16+10reb, J.Takeuchi 11+5reb+5ast, J.Williams 11+1reb+3ast, L.Lucas 8+5reb, Y.Baba 7+3reb+1ast, S.Ando 7+3reb+3ast Tochigi Brex: R.Rossiter 16+13reb+7ast, Y.Tabuse 13+1reb+2ast, S.Kitagawa 12+2reb+1ast, S.Ikuhara 8+2reb, C.Bozeman 8+2reb, K.Takeuchi 6+9reb+1ast
There was a minor upset in Hyogo where 4th placed Nishinomiya S. (2-6) was defeated by sixth ranked Shiga L-Stars (2-6) 78-62 on Saturday. The guests trailed by 1 point at the halftime before their 43-26 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Shiga L-Stars outrebounded Nishinomiya S. 41-28 including a 28-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Shiga L-Stars made 10 blocks. American-Israeli center DOr Fischer (211-81, college: W.Virginia) stepped up and scored 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 blocks (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!) for the winners and Egyptian-American center Omar Samhan (211-88, college: St.Mary's, CA) chipped in 13 points and 10 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American forward Connor Lammert (206-94, college: Texas) with 16 points and the other American import guard Draelon Burns (194-85, college: De Paul) scored 11 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Shiga L-Stars moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Nishinomiya S. Shiga L-Stars will face Osaka Evessa (#5) at home in the next round. Nishinomiya S. will play against Shimane Magic and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Shiga L-Stars: D.Fischer 19+7reb+2ast, Y.Yokoe 14+3reb+4ast, O.Samhan 13+10reb+2ast, Y.Karino 9+4reb+1ast, K.Takahashi 8+6reb+1ast, S.Faye 8+4reb+1ast Nishinomiya S.: C.Lammert 16+4reb+2ast, D.Burns 11+6reb+4ast, N.Tani 11+2reb+2ast, Y.Ishitsuka 6+1reb, J.Taniguchi 6+6reb+1ast, T.Yanagawa 5+1reb+3ast
There was a small surprise in Nagoya where fifth ranked Diamond Dolphins (3-5) beat second-best San-en NeoPhoenix (4-4) 89-81 on Saturday. The hosts started the game with a very strong first quarter 26-6. But San-en NeoPhoenix won third quarter 30-16. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Diamond Dolphins dominated on the defensive end, holding San-en NeoPhoenix to just 6 points in first quarter. American forward Justin Burrell (207-88, college: St.John's) stepped up and scored 20 points and 6 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winners and his fellow American import forward Jerome Tillman (201-87, college: Ohio, agency: Inception Sports) chipped in 16 points and 6 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Canadian center Scott Morrison (213-86, college: Portland St.) with 15 points and 8 rebounds and guard Shuto Tawatari (185-90) scored 20 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Diamond Dolphins moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Hitachi SR and Niigata Albirex. Loser San-en NeoPhoenix keeps the second position with four games lost. Diamond Dolphins will face higher ranked Toyama Grouses (#3) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. San-en NeoPhoenix will play against the league's leader Aishin Sea Horses and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Nagoya DD: J.Burrell 20+6reb+3ast, J.Tillman 16+6reb+2ast, T.Sasayama 12+4reb+6ast, S.Ando 11+2reb+2ast, C.Brackins 8+4reb+3ast, S.Funyu 8+4reb+1ast San-en: S.Tawatari 20+2reb+2ast, H.Kawashima 15+3reb+2ast, S.Morrison 15+8reb+1ast, C.Martin 10+6reb+2ast, A.Ota 8+5reb+2ast, T.Suzuki 7+2reb+4ast
There was an upset when leader Chiba Jets (6-2) were defeated at home by fifth ranked Osaka Evessa (2-6) 84-68 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Osaka Evessa. Chiba Jets was better in third quarter 19-16. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Chiba Jets 41-23 including a 30-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for Osaka Evessa especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.4 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American center Greg Smith (208-91, college: Fresno St.) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 12 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and the former international forward Naoya Kumagae (194-90) chipped in 14 points and 4 assists. The best for the losing side was American power forward Gavin Edwards (206-88, college: Connecticut) with 18 points and naturalized American guard Aki Chambers (190-90, college: Cal Merced) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Osaka Evessa moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Chiba Jets dropped to the second position with two games lost. Osaka Evessa will face Shiga L-Stars (#6) on the road in the next round. Chiba Jets will play against the league's second-placed Ryukyu GK (#2) in Okinawa and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Osaka Evessa: D.Wear 16+5reb, N.Kumagae 14+4reb+4ast, G.Smith 12+14reb+4ast, S.Konno 10+2reb+2ast, H.Kinoshita 9+6ast, G.Pomare 7+12reb+2ast Chiba Jets: G.Edwards 18+3reb+1ast, A.Chambers 14+5reb+2ast, M.Parker 10+7reb+2ast, Y.Togashi 9+2reb+3ast, T.Gaffney 8+4reb+3ast, S.Hara 3+1reb+1ast
No shocking result in a game in Hyogo where fourth ranked Nishinomiya S. (2-6) won against 6th ranked Shiga L-Stars (2-6) 80-71 on Friday. The hosts trailed by 5 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 11-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 80-71. Nishinomiya S. looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. American forward Connor Lammert (206-94, college: Texas) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and his fellow American import guard Draelon Burns (194-85, college: De Paul) chipped in 10 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Four Nishinomiya S. players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was guard Narito Namizato (172-89) with 13 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and American-Israeli center DOr Fischer (211-81, college: W.Virginia) scored 19 points and 6 rebounds. Shiga L-Stars' coach Shawn Dennis rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Newly promoted Nishinomiya S. maintains fourth place with 2-6 record, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Shiga L-Stars. Shiga L-Stars lost sixth consecutive game. Nishinomiya S. will face higher ranked Shimane Magic (#3) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Shiga L-Stars will play against Osaka Evessa and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Nishinomiya S.: N.Tani 16+1reb+4ast, T.Yanagawa 16+1reb+1ast, C.Lammert 14+13reb+5ast, D.Burns 10+7reb+7ast, N.Douhara 9+2reb+3ast, Y.Ishitsuka 6+3reb Shiga L-Stars: D.Fischer 19+6reb, K.Takahashi 18+4reb+2ast, N.Namizato 13+6reb+7ast, O.Samhan 7+6reb+2ast, Y.Karino 6+1reb+2ast, S.Faye 4+5reb+1ast
Rather expected game in Kanagawa where 5th ranked Hitachi Sunrockers (3-5) were edged by third ranked Toshiba Thunders (6-2) 85-83 on Friday. The hosts trailed by 13 points after first quarter, but they rallied back winning next two quarters and won the game by 2 points. Toshiba Thunders made 21-of-27 free shots (77.8 percent) during the game. American power forward Nick Fazekas (211-85, college: Nevada) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import forward Josh Davis (203-91, college: San Diego St.) chipped in 10 points and 15 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Canadian center Robert Sacre (213-89, college: Gonzaga) with 12 points and 6 rebounds and American forward Josh Harrellson (208-89, college: Kentucky) scored 10 points and 8 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Toshiba Thunders have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Chiba Jets and Hokkaido L. Loser Hitachi Sunrockers dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Toshiba Thunders will face Niigata Albirex (#5) at home in the next round. Hitachi Sunrockers will play against Tochigi Brex and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Toshiba BT: N.Fazekas 20+10reb+2ast, R.Shinoyama 16+3reb+7ast, N.Tsuji 13+2ast, T.Hasegawa 11, J.Davis 10+15reb+2ast, Y.Fujii 6+3ast Hitachi SR: T.Hasegawa 17+2ast, L.Vendrame 17+1ast, R.Sacre 12+6reb+2ast, T.Ito 10+4reb+1ast, J.Harrellson 10+8reb+2ast, K.Hirose 7+2reb+1ast
This is still too early stage of the Regular Season in B League D2 and we should expect many changes in upcoming rounds. The fans could enjoy quite many interesting games in the last round. The round ended with change at the leadership position, favorites losing the games and games ending by tiny margin. B League D2 round 7 caused change at the leadership position. Third defeat of Gunma (4-3) against fourth ranked Yamagata (3-4) 78-75 was the most important game of the last round. It end... [read more]
This is still too early stage of the Regular Season in B League D2 and we should expect many changes in upcoming rounds. The fans could enjoy quite many interesting games in the last round. The round ended with change at the leadership position, favorites losing the games and games ending by tiny margin.
B League D2 round 7 caused change at the leadership position. Third defeat of Gunma (4-3) against fourth ranked Yamagata (3-4) 78-75 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Gunma. The hosts trailed by 8 points after three quarters before their 27-16 charge, which allowed them to win the game. American players dominated the game. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Billy McShepard (208-87, college: Valdosta St., agency: Blacktop Management) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 7 rebounds (perfect behind the arc making all five shots). Center Will Creekmore (205-89, college: Missouri St.) contributed with 19 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Center Ryan Stephan (208-94, college: Colorado Mesa) answered with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 12 rebounds for Gunma. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Yamagata moved-up to third place, which they share with 4 other teams. Gunma at the other side dropped to the second position with three games lost. They share it with Hiroshima D. and Kanazawa Sam.. They were replaced at the leadership position by Shinshu BW. Gunma will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest and make it back to the top of the standings. Yamagata will try to continue on its current victory against second ranked Gunma at home. The game had a very big importance for first-ranked Fukuoka Rizing as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Fukuoka Rizing defeated their biggest opponent Shinshu BW in Nagano 78-74. It was a key game for the top position in the league. It was a great evening for American Eric Jacobsen (208-94, college: Arizona St.) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds. Daisuke Kobayashi helped adding 16 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals. At the losing side American center Nick Washburn (208-91, college: Hillsdale, agency: Duran International) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Fukuoka Rizing (6-1) have an impressive series of six victories in a row. As mentioned above they took over a top position which they share with defeated Shinshu BW. Shinshu BW at the other side still keeps top place with two games lost. They share the position with Fukushima. Shinshu BW will play next round against league's leader Fukuoka Rizing trying to get back on the winning streak. Fukuoka Rizing will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Sixth-ranked Aomori Watts (0-7) used its home court advantage to challenge leader Akita Happinets (7-0) on Saturday. The visitors from Akita managed to secure only three-point victory 71-68. However their fans expected much easier game. It was an exceptional evening for Ryosuke Shirahama who led the winners and scored 17 points and 6 rebounds. Keijiro Monma came up with 12 points and 6 rebounds for Aomori Watts in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Akita Happinets. They maintain first place with 7-0 record. Aomori Watts lost their seventh game in a row. They still close the standings with seven games lost. Akita Happinets will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Aomori Watts will play again against the league's leader Akita Happinets (#1) and hope to get finally their first victory. A very interesting game took place in Matsuyama. It ended with only three-point defeat on the road of 4th placed Kumamoto V. (3-5) to second ranked Orange Vikings (6-2) 81-78 on Friday evening. Chehales Tapscott fired a double-double by scoring 24 points and 18 rebounds for the winners. Kumamoto V.'s coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Orange Vikings. They maintain second place with 6-2 record having just one point less than leader Shinshu BW. Kumamoto V. at the other side keeps the fourth position with five games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Important game to mention about took place in Sendai. Fifth ranked Iwate Big Bulls (2-5) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 3rd placed Sendai 89ers (3-4) 94-92 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Sendai 89ers. It was a very good performance for Michael Buchanan who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Iwate Big Bulls maintains fifth place with 2-5 record, which they share with Kagawa FA. Loser Sendai 89ers keep the third position with four games lost. Iwate Big Bulls will have a break next round. Sendai 89ers will play again at home against Iwate Big Bulls and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Other games in round 7 were not that significant. Tokyo Z beat Toyotsu FE on the road 73-68. Ehime OV won against Kumamoto V. on its own court 75-70. Bambitious Nara unfortunately lost to Fukushima in a road game 67-77. Kanazawa Sam. rolled over Cyberdyne IR at home 90-70. Hiroshima D. was defeated by Kagawa FA on the opponent's court 78-67. The most impressive performance of 7th round was 12 points and 4 blocks by Wayne Marshall of Kanazawa Sam..
We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when sixth ranked Tokyo Z (3-4) beat 5th ranked Toyotsu FE (3-4) in Nagoya 73-68 on Saturday. Toyotsu FE trailed by 14 points after 3 quarters before a 22-13 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 68-73 at the end of the game. It was a very good performance for point guard Kashiwagura Kashiwagura (180-95) who helped to win the game recording 11 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. American forward Ruben Boykin (201-85, college: N.Arizona) contributed with 13 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. American forward Josh Hawkinson (208-95, college: Washington St.) answered with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds and the other American import forward Herbert Hill (208-84, college: Providence) added 13 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Toyotsu FE. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Tokyo Z moved-up to third place, which they share with 4 other teams including defeated Toyotsu FE. Toyotsu FE lost their third game in a row. Tokyo Z will have a break next round. Toyotsu FE will play again at home against Tokyo Z and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Tokyo Z: S.Akiba 17+2reb+1ast, R.Boykin 13+8reb+1ast, K.Kashiwagura 11+6reb+9ast, S.Takayama 9+8reb, M.Komaki 8+1reb, T.Nishiyama 6+1reb+4ast Toyotsu FE: H.Tobita 14+1reb+4ast, H.Hill 13+7reb+1ast, J.Hawkinson 12+14reb+1ast, K.Fukuzawa 6+2ast, K.Sugimoto 6+3reb+2ast, S.Kozu 5
Rather expected game when 4th placed Kumamoto V. (3-5) lost to second ranked Orange Vikings (6-2) in Matsuyama 70-75 on Saturday. The hosts started the game with a very strong first quarter 26-10. But Kumamoto V. won second period 20-11. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Strangely Kumamoto V. outrebounded Orange Vikings 42-29 including 31 on the defensive glass. It was a very good performance for American forward Chehales Tapscott (195-90, college: Portland St.) who helped to win the game recording 13 points and 5 rebounds. Toshino Yoshihiko (186-92) contributed with 14 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Four Orange Vikings players scored in double figures. American guard Terrance Woodbury (201-87, college: Georgia) answered with 24 points and 5 rebounds and Dutch-Australian power forward Josh Duinker (209-89, college: Richmond) added 9 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Kumamoto V.Kumamoto V.'s coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Orange Vikings. They maintain second place with 6-2 record having just one point less than leader Shinshu BW. Loser Kumamoto V. keeps the fourth position with five games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Ehime OV: T.Yoshihiko 14+5reb, C.Tapscott 13+5reb+3ast, M.Tate 13+4reb+1ast, M.Okamoto 11+2reb+1ast, T.Kasahara 10+2reb+3ast, T.Tatsuhiko 7+4reb+4ast Kumamoto V.: T.Woodbury 24+5reb+2ast, R.Nakanishi 10+5reb+1ast, J.Duinker 9+9reb, N.Takamura 7+4reb+1ast, T.Namizato 6+3ast, T.Furuno 6+7reb+4ast
B League D2 round 7 caused change at the leadership position. Third defeat of Gunma (4-3) against fourth ranked Yamagata (3-4) 78-75 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Gunma. The hosts trailed by 8 points after three quarters before their 27-16 charge, which allowed them to win the game. American players dominated the game. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Billy McShepard (208-87, college: Valdosta St., agency: Blacktop Management) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 7 rebounds (perfect behind the arc making all five shots). Center Will Creekmore (205-89, college: Missouri St.) contributed with 19 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Four Yamagata players scored in double figures. Center Ryan Stephan (208-94, college: Colorado Mesa) answered with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 12 rebounds and forward Thomas Kennedy (201-87, college: Detroit Mercy) added 15 points in the effort for Gunma. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Yamagata moved-up to third place, which they share with 4 other teams. Gunma at the other side dropped to the second position with three games lost. They share it with Hiroshima D. and Kanazawa Sam.. They were replaced at the leadership position by Shinshu BW. Gunma will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest and make it back to the top of the standings. Yamagata will try to continue on its current victory against second ranked Gunma at home. Top scorers: Yamagata: B.McShepard 23+7reb+2ast, W.Creekmore 19+9reb+3ast, S.Kouno 10+2reb+4ast, M.Masanari 10+5reb+3ast, Y.Nakajima 8+4reb+3ast, Y.Kojima 6+1reb Gunma: R.Stephan 28+12reb+1ast, T.Kennedy 15+2reb+1ast, Y.Kanbara 13+2reb, H.Kondo 5+1reb+3ast, M.Obuchi 4+1reb+4ast, F.Fumiya 3
Rather predictable result when second ranked Fukushima (5-2) won against at home 5th ranked Bambitious Nara (1-6) 77-67 on Saturday. The hosts trailed by 3 points at the halftime before their 49-36 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. It was a very good performance for Nigerian center Solomon Alabi (216-88, college: Florida St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds. Point guard Shinya Murakami (172-91) contributed with 15 points and 5 assists for the winners. South African center Tshilidzi Nephawe (208-89, college: N.Mexico St.) answered with 17 points and 7 rebounds and American power forward Gary Hamilton (208-84, college: Miami, FL, agency: Inception Sports) added 6 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Bambitious Nara. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Fukushima. They used an opportunity after Shinshu BW lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. Bambitious Nara lost their fifth game in a row. They dropped to the sixth place with six games lost. Fukushima will face again Bambitious Nara (#6) at home in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Top scorers: Fukushima: S.Alabi 18+12reb, S.Murakami 15+1reb+5ast, J.Shaw 10+3reb, K.Tomori 9+1reb+2ast, D.Jones 7+3reb+3ast, S.Kanno 7+4ast Bambitious Nara: T.Nephawe 17+7reb+2ast, J.Honda 11+1reb+2ast, H.Mato 7+6reb+2ast, S.Komatsu 7+4reb, G.Hamilton 6+6reb+4ast, C.Jenkins 6+6reb+2ast
Important game to mention about took place in Sendai. Fifth ranked Iwate Big Bulls (2-5) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 3rd placed Sendai 89ers (3-4) 94-92 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Sendai 89ers. The guests trailed by 3 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 3-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 94-92. It was a great shooting night for Iwate Big Bulls especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 57.1 percentage. It was a very good performance for American center Michael Buchanan (213-94, college: USC Upstate) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds. His fellow American import center Markhuri Sanders-Frison (203-88, college: California) contributed with 9 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. U.S. Virgin Islands center Craig Williams (206-89, college: TCU) answered with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds and Nigerian-Canadian Olu Ashaolu (200-88, college: Oregon) added 13 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Sendai 89ers. Five Sendai 89ers players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Iwate Big Bulls maintains fifth place with 2-5 record, which they share with Kagawa FA. Loser Sendai 89ers keep the third position with four games lost. Iwate Big Bulls will have a break next round. Sendai 89ers will play again at home against Iwate Big Bulls and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Iwate Big Bulls: M.Buchanan 25+10reb+1ast, R.Kato 14+5reb+2ast, O.Yoshimasa 10+3reb, Y.Masuda 9+1ast, M.Sanders-Frison 9+11reb+7ast, Y.Suzuki 9+4reb Sendai 89ers: C.Williams 17+10reb+2ast, S.Mizoguchi 14+3reb+3ast, O.Ashaolu 13+6reb+2ast, H.Fujita 11+3reb, R.Yanagawa 11+1reb+1ast, M.Shimada 7+3reb
Sixth-ranked Aomori Watts (0-7) used its home court advantage to challenge leader Akita Happinets (7-0) on Saturday. The visitors from Akita managed to secure only three-point victory 71-68. However their fans expected much easier game. The guests were tied at the half but managed to speed up in last two quarters eventually winning the game. Akita Happinets dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Aomori Watts' 20. Akita Happinets forced 20 Aomori Watts turnovers and outrebounded them 44-29 including a 21-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for forward Ryosuke Shirahama (190-91) who led the winners and scored 17 points and 6 rebounds. Bahamas power forward Kadeem Coleby (206-89, college: Wichita St.) accounted for 10 points and 10 rebounds for the winning side. Coleby is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Guard Keijiro Monma (185-94) came up with 12 points and 6 rebounds and American forward Joe Burton (201-90, college: Oregon St.) added 9 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Aomori Watts in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Akita Happinets. They maintain first place with 7-0 record. Aomori Watts lost their seventh game in a row. They still close the standings with seven games lost. Akita Happinets will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Aomori Watts will play again against the league's leader Akita Happinets (#1) and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Akita NH: R.Shirahama 17+6reb, T.Fitzpatrick 10+8reb+3ast, K.Coleby 10+10reb+2ast, S.Onodera 9+2reb+3ast, K.Takabatake 7+1reb+2ast, N.Spikes 6+5reb Aomori Watts: K.Monma 12+6reb+2ast, D.Shimoyama 10+1reb, J.Burton 9+6reb+3ast, K.Barone 9+5reb+2ast, Y.Nagayama 8+1reb+1ast, K.Aita 8+3reb+5ast
The game had a very big importance for first-ranked Fukuoka Rizing as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Fukuoka Rizing defeated their biggest opponent Shinshu BW in Nagano 78-74. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Shinshu BW was ahead by 6 points after three quarters before a 24-14 charge of Fukuoka Rizing, which allowed them to win the game. They made 25-of-31 charity shots (80.6 percent) during the game, while Shinshu BW only scored seven points from the stripe. Shinshu BW was plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a great evening for American Eric Jacobsen (208-94, college: Arizona St.) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Daisuke Kobayashi (188-87) helped adding 16 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals. At the losing side American center Nick Washburn (208-91, college: Hillsdale, agency: Duran International) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds and Yosuke Yosuke (184-85) scored 15 points. Four Shinshu BW players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Fukuoka Rizing (6-1) have an impressive series of six victories in a row. As mentioned above they took over a top position which they share with defeated Shinshu BW. Shinshu BW at the other side still keeps top place with two games lost. They share the position with Fukushima. Shinshu BW will play next round against league's leader Fukuoka Rizing trying to get back on the winning streak. Fukuoka Rizing will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Top scorers: Fukuoka Rizing: E.Jacobsen 23+10reb+2ast, D.Kobayashi 16+5reb+4ast, J.Peppers 12+6reb+4ast, P.Faye 8+3reb, Y.Yamashita 6+6reb+3ast, T.Komoda 6+2ast Shinshu BW: N.Washburn 18+11reb+1ast, Y.Yosuke 15+2reb+1ast, T.Hiroaki 11+4reb+1ast, A.McHenry 10+2reb+5ast, D.Suzuki 6+1reb, Y.Yasuhiko 5+2reb+8ast
Everything could happen in Ishikawa at the game between two tied teams. Both fourth ranked Kanazawa Sam. and 3rd placed Cyberdyne IR had identical 3-3 record. This time Kanazawa Sam. used a home court advantage and outscored the opponent from Tsukuba 90-70 on Saturday night. The game was mostly controlled by Kanazawa Sam.. Cyberdyne IR was better in fourth quarter 21-15. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Kanazawa Sam. dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Cyberdyne IR's 32 and made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. Kanazawa Sam. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Quite impressive performance for guard Tsukino Tsukino (178-88) who helped to win the game recording 17 points and 6 assists. Guard Ide Yuji (181-88) contributed with 18 points and 5 assists for the winners. Four Kanazawa Sam. players scored in double figures. American power forward Rick Rickert (211-83, college: Minnesota) answered with 13 points and 9 rebounds and the other American import guard Andrew Warren (196-87, college: Bradley) added 18 points in the effort for Cyberdyne IR. Cyberdyne IR's coach let to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Kanazawa Sam. (4-3) moved-up to second place, which they share with Hiroshima D. and Gunma. Loser Cyberdyne IR keeps the third position with four games lost. Kanazawa Sam. will face again Cyberdyne IR (#4) in Tsukuba in the next round. Top scorers: Kanazawa Sam.: I.Yuji 18+2reb+5ast, T.Tsukino 17+3reb+6ast, A.Fitzgerald 14+3reb+2ast, W.Marshall 12+4reb+2ast, T.Yonamine 8+2reb+2ast, Y.Suzuki 8+1reb+3ast Cyberdyne IR: A.Warren 18+1reb+2ast, R.Rickert 13+9reb+2ast, S.Isshiki 9+1reb+2ast, J.Maniwa 7, R.Otomo 6+1ast, A.Hirao 5+6ast
There was a small surprise when sixth ranked Kagawa FA (2-5) defeated 3rd placed Dragonflies (4-3) in Takamatsu 78-67 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Kagawa FA. Dragonflies was better in third quarter 21-15. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Quite impressive performance for American guard Montay Brandon (203-93, college: Florida St.) who helped to win the game recording 19 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Takada Shuichi (194-83) contributed with 14 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. American power forward Clint Chapman (208-89, college: Texas) answered with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds and guard Hunter Cort (189-99) added 9 points and 6 assists in the effort for Dragonflies. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Kagawa FA moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Iwate Big Bulls. Loser Dragonflies dropped to the second position with three games lost. Kagawa FA will face again higher ranked Dragonflies (#3) in Hiroshima in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Top scorers: Kagawa FA: M.Brandon 19+8reb+2ast, T.Shuichi 14+7reb, K.Kimura 10+1reb+2ast, S.Kon 9+2reb, A.Osawa 9+3reb+7ast, R.Warren 8+9reb+1ast Hiroshima D.: C.Chapman 19+14reb+1ast, S.Asayama 13+3ast, H.Cort 9+2reb+6ast, W.White 9+5reb+1ast, H.Kitagawa 5+1reb, T.Drisdom 5+2reb+1ast
A very interesting game took place in Matsuyama. It ended with only three-point defeat on the road of 4th placed Kumamoto V. (3-5) to second ranked Orange Vikings (6-2) 81-78 on Friday evening. Kumamoto V. was ahead by 5 points after three quarters before a 24-16 charge of Orange Vikings, which allowed them to win the game. They made 19-of-24 charity shots (79.2 percent) during the game. American forward Chehales Tapscott (195-90, college: Portland St.) fired a double-double by scoring 24 points and 18 rebounds for the winners. Toshino Yoshihiko (186-92) chipped in 22 points (made all of his eleven free throws !!!). Four Orange Vikings players scored in double figures. American guard Terrance Woodbury (201-87, college: Georgia) produced 25 points and Dutch-Australian power forward Josh Duinker (209-89, college: Richmond) added 9 points respectively for lost side. Kumamoto V.'s coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Orange Vikings. They maintain second place with 6-2 record having just one point less than leader Shinshu BW. Kumamoto V. at the other side keeps the fourth position with five games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Ehime OV: C.Tapscott 24+18reb+1ast, T.Yoshihiko 22+4reb+1ast, N.Williams 15+3reb, T.Kasahara 13+5reb+1ast, C.Clifford 3+4reb, M.Tate 2+2reb+3ast Kumamoto V.: T.Woodbury 25+3reb+2ast, J.Duinker 9+4reb+3ast, J.James 9+4reb+1ast, N.Takamura 8+4reb+1ast, T.Furuno 8+4reb+4ast, R.Nakanishi 7+2reb+1ast
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There were just four rounds played in Regular Season of B League D3 and we can clearly see which teams will fight for top positions and which will try to avoid bottom places. The fans could enjoy quite many interesting games in the last round. The round ended with defeat of the leader and derby games. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Tokyo HT (6-2) at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were rolled over by third ranked Saitama Broncos (5-3) 83-63. It may... [read more]
There were just four rounds played in Regular Season of B League D3 and we can clearly see which teams will fight for top positions and which will try to avoid bottom places. The fans could enjoy quite many interesting games in the last round. The round ended with defeat of the leader and derby games.
The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Tokyo HT (6-2) at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were rolled over by third ranked Saitama Broncos (5-3) 83-63. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Saitama Broncos forced 21 Tokyo HT turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Masaya Ueda (177-93) who helped to win the game recording 28 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists (made all of his seven free throws). American forward Ferrakohn Hall (203-90, college: Memphis) contributed with 13 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. American center Wendell Lewis (208-89, college: Alabama St., agency: HMS) replied with 16 points and 9 rebounds for Tokyo HT. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Saitama Broncos moved-up to second place, which they share with Tokyo Excel. Tokyo HT at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost. Saitama Broncos is looking forward to face Kagoshima (#5) in Renova in the next round. Tokyo HT's supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tokyo Otsuka A.. Another exciting game for Tokyo Excel. (5-3) which played on the court of Otsuka A. (4-4). Second ranked Tokyo Excel. won 74-67. American players dominated the game. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Jordan Faison (201-94, college: Cal Poly Pomona) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 9 rebounds and Justin Herold who added 17 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side forward Kyle Richardson (201-91, college: Portland St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 18 rebounds. Otsuka A.'s coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Tokyo Excel. maintains second position with 5-3 record behind leader Tokyo HT, which they share with Saitama Bron. Otsuka A. at the other side keeps the fourth place with four games lost. Tokyo Excel.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tokyo Tokyo Cinq R.. A very close game took place in Tokyo (derby !!!) between Tokyo HT and Saitama Broncos. First ranked Tokyo HT (6-2) got a very close home victory over one of their biggest challengers Saitama Broncos (5-3). Tokyo HT managed to escape with a 1-point win 84-83 in the fight for the first place. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Saitama Broncos. It was a key game for the top position in the league. The winners were led by Edward Morris who had that evening a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds (on 10-of-11 shooting from the field). Even 20 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists by Ferrakohn Hall did not help to save the game for Saitama Broncos. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Tokyo HT maintains first position with 6-2 record. Loser Saitama Broncos dropped to the second place with three games lost. They share the position with Tokyo Excel.. Tokyo HT's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tokyo Otsuka A.. Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Tokyo: Otsuka A. (#4) and Tokyo Excel. (#2). Otsuka A. (4-4) won against visiting Tokyo Excel. (5-3) 75-71. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Tokyo Excel.. Kyle Richardson fired a double-double by scoring 22 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Otsuka A. maintains fourth position with 4-4 record. Tokyo Excel. at the other side keeps the second place with three games lost. Otsuka A.'s supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tokyo to the arena Tokyo HT. The game in Tokyo was also quite interesting. Fifth ranked Kagoshima (3-5) played at the court of 6th ranked Tokyo Cinq R. (1-7). Kagoshima managed to secure a 6-point victory 104-98 on Saturday. It was a very good performance for Chris Olivier who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 43 points (!!!), 13 rebounds and 4 blocks (on 16-of-18 shooting from the field). Tokyo Cinq R.'s coach Joe Navarro let to play eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Kagoshima have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 3-5 record. Tokyo Cinq R. lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with seven games lost. Kagoshima will face higher ranked Saitama Broncos (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Tokyo Cinq R.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tokyo to the arena Tokyo Excel..
In the last game of round 4 Kagoshima beat Tokyo Cinq R. on the road 104-89. The most impressive performance of 4th round was 11 points by Dan Taguchi of Tokyo Excel..
The game in Tokyo was also quite interesting. Fifth ranked Kagoshima (3-5) played at the court of 6th ranked Tokyo Cinq R. (1-7). Kagoshima managed to secure a 6-point victory 104-98 on Saturday. Kagoshima dominated down low during the game scoring 86 of its points in the paint compared to Tokyo Cinq R.'s 66. They outrebounded Tokyo Cinq R. 44-19 including a 34-10 advantage in defensive rebounds. Kagoshima looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Tokyo Cinq R.'s players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Kagoshima made 7 blocks. It was a very good performance for American forward Chris Olivier (203-92, college: Oklahoma St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 43 points (!!!), 13 rebounds and 4 blocks (on 16-of-18 shooting from the field). The other American import forward Darnell Martin (198-91, college: CS Dominguez H.) contributed with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners. Four Kagoshima players scored in double figures. American guard Andre Murray (188-87, college: Portland St.) replied with 53 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds and guard Kusano Kusano (185-97) added 13 points and 4 assists in the effort for Tokyo Cinq R.Tokyo Cinq R.'s coach Joe Navarro let to play eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Kagoshima have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 3-5 record. Tokyo Cinq R. lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with seven games lost. Kagoshima will face higher ranked Saitama Broncos (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Tokyo Cinq R.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tokyo to the arena Tokyo Excel.. Top scorers: Tokyo Cinq R.: A.Murray 53+6reb, K.Kusano 13+4ast, Y.Kenzu 9+3reb+2ast, H.Maeda 8+3reb, Y.Kenko 8+3reb+3ast, D.Uematsu 2+1reb+2ast Kagoshima: C.Olivier 43+13reb, D.Martin 21+10reb+8ast, R.Nakazono 11+3reb+2ast, Y.Yamada 10+4reb+4ast, T.Murphy 9+2reb+1ast, B.Gill 4+5reb+9ast
Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Tokyo: Otsuka A. (#4) and Tokyo Excel. (#2). Otsuka A. (4-4) won against visiting Tokyo Excel. (5-3) 75-71. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Tokyo Excel.. American forward Kyle Richardson (201-91, college: Portland St.) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Swingman Shuichiro Samejima (188-87) chipped in 9 points and 4 assists. Point guard Tanno Aiki (172-95) produced 24 points and 5 assists and American Justin Herold (203-91, college: Sonoma St.) added 19 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Otsuka A. maintains fourth position with 4-4 record. Tokyo Excel. at the other side keeps the second place with three games lost. Otsuka A.'s supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tokyo to the arena Tokyo HT. Top scorers: Tokyo Excel.: T.Aiki 24+5ast, J.Herold 19+8reb, J.Faison 14+8reb+1ast, Y.Saito 3+3reb+1ast, K.Nagasawa 3+1ast, D.Taguchi 2+2reb+3ast Otsuka A.: K.Richardson 22+16reb+3ast, S.Samejima 9+3reb+4ast, S.Tamura 8+3reb+1ast, R.Raymond 7+1reb+3ast, J.Wolfinger 7+6reb+1ast, T.Hasegawa 6+2reb+1ast
A very close game took place in Tokyo (derby !!!) between Tokyo HT and Saitama Broncos. First ranked Tokyo HT (6-2) got a very close home victory over one of their biggest challengers Saitama Broncos (5-3). Tokyo HT managed to escape with a 1-point win 84-83 in the fight for the first place. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Saitama Broncos. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Tokyo HT looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The winners were led by American power forward Edward Morris (204-84, college: Pittsburg St.) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds (on 10-of-11 shooting from the field) and the other American import power forward Alex Jones (206-87, college: Seattle) supported him with 15 points and 9 rebounds. Even 20 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists by American forward Ferrakohn Hall (203-90, college: Memphis) did not help to save the game for Saitama Broncos. Point guard Nishi Yutaro (176-92) added 21 points, 5 assists and 5 steals for lost side. Four Saitama Broncos players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Tokyo HT maintains first position with 6-2 record. Loser Saitama Broncos dropped to the second place with three games lost. They share the position with Tokyo Excel.. Tokyo HT's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tokyo Otsuka A.. Top scorers: Saitama Bron.: N.Yutaro 21+4reb+5ast, F.Hall 20+8reb+4ast, I.Thomas 17+6reb, S.Kento 12+1ast, M.Odo 7+2reb+1ast, M.Ueda 6+1reb+5ast Tokyo HT: E.Morris 26+11reb+2ast, A.Jones 15+9reb+2ast, Y.Ikeda 13+3reb+3ast, H.Oogane 9+2reb+4ast, C.Kenaru 7+1ast, W.Lewis 6+10reb+3ast
The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Tokyo HT (6-2) at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were rolled over by third ranked Saitama Broncos (5-3) 83-63. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Saitama Broncos forced 21 Tokyo HT turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Masaya Ueda (177-93) who helped to win the game recording 28 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists (made all of his seven free throws). American forward Ferrakohn Hall (203-90, college: Memphis) contributed with 13 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. American center Wendell Lewis (208-89, college: Alabama St., agency: HMS) replied with 16 points and 9 rebounds and his fellow American import forward Brennan McElroy (201-91, college: Indianapolis) added 10 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Tokyo HT. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Saitama Broncos moved-up to second place, which they share with Tokyo Excel. Tokyo HT at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost. Saitama Broncos is looking forward to face Kagoshima (#5) in Renova in the next round. Tokyo HT's supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tokyo Otsuka A.. Top scorers: Tokyo HT: W.Lewis 16+9reb+1ast, B.McElroy 10+8reb+2ast, E.Morris 10+3reb, C.Kenaru 9+4reb+1ast, H.Oogane 9+2reb+3ast, A.Jones 5+5reb Saitama Bron.: M.Ueda 28+5reb+4ast, N.Yutaro 13+3reb+4ast, F.Hall 13+7reb+2ast, I.Thomas 8+6reb, S.Kento 5+3reb, T.Yotaku 5+3reb+2ast
Another exciting game for Tokyo Excel. (5-3) which played on the court of Otsuka A. (4-4). Second ranked Tokyo Excel. won 74-67. Otsuka A. was plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. American players dominated the game. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Jordan Faison (201-94, college: Cal Poly Pomona) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 9 rebounds and Justin Herold (203-91, college: Sonoma St.) who added 17 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Four Tokyo Excel. players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Kyle Richardson (201-91, college: Portland St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 18 rebounds and forward Ray Raymond (203-84, college: Wisconsin) scored 16 points. Otsuka A.'s coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Tokyo Excel. maintains second position with 5-3 record behind leader Tokyo HT, which they share with Saitama Bron. Otsuka A. at the other side keeps the fourth place with four games lost. Tokyo Excel.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tokyo Tokyo Cinq R.. Top scorers: Otsuka A.: R.Raymond 16+4reb+2ast, K.Richardson 15+18reb, J.Wolfinger 10+6reb+1ast, T.Hasegawa 9+4reb+4ast, S.Murata 6+3reb+1ast, R.Narumi 5+1reb+3ast Tokyo Excel.: J.Herold 17+8reb, J.Faison 16+9reb+2ast, D.Taguchi 11+4reb+2ast, T.Aiki 10+1reb+2ast, S.Miyata 9+3reb+7ast, Y.Saito 4+7reb+1ast
The game between closely ranked teams ended with fifth ranked Kagoshima's (3-5) road victory over 6th ranked Tokyo Cinq R. (1-7) 104-89 on Friday. Kagoshima dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Tokyo Cinq R.'s 46. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. Quite impressive performance for American forward Chris Olivier (203-92, college: Oklahoma St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 37 points (!!!), 22 rebounds and 5 assists. The other American import forward Darnell Martin (198-91, college: CS Dominguez H.) contributed with 17 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. American guard Andre Murray (188-87, college: Portland St.) replied with 36 points (!!!), 9 rebounds and 4 assists and point guard Yamaguchi Kenzu (182-94) added 16 points in the effort for Tokyo Cinq R.Four Tokyo Cinq R. players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Kagoshima have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 3-5 record. Tokyo Cinq R. lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with seven games lost. Kagoshima will face higher ranked Saitama Broncos (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Tokyo Cinq R.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tokyo to the arena Tokyo Excel.. Top scorers: Tokyo Cinq R.: A.Murray 36+9reb+4ast, Y.Kenzu 16+3reb+2ast, K.Kusano 11+5reb+1ast, P.Elliman 11+10reb, N.Ito 4+2ast, Y.Sakai 3+1ast Kagoshima: C.Olivier 37+22reb+5ast, D.Martin 17+9reb+5ast, R.Nakazono 15+2reb+2ast, Y.Yamada 9+1reb+4ast, B.Gill 8+1reb+4ast, K.Matsuzaki 5+2ast
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