The game between third ranked Niigata Albirex (19-19) and fourth ranked Kyoto Hannar. (19-19) was the most important one in the last round on Sunday night. Niigata Albirex was defeated by Kyoto Hannar. in Niigata 75-85. The game was mostly controlled by Kyoto Hannar.. Niigata Albirex managed to win third quarter 18-13. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Kyoto Hannar. made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. Kyoto Hannar. had a 33-15 advantage in offensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Kyoto Hannar. made 8 blocks. 24 personal fouls committed by Niigata Albirex helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for American forward Kevin Kotzur (203-89, college: St.Mary's, TX) who led his team to a victory with 17 points and 9 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). The former international guard Yusuke Okada (185-84) contributed with 13 points for the winners. Kyoto Hannar.'s coach Honoo Hamaguchi used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American power forward Clint Chapman (208-89, college: Texas) answered with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds for Niigata Albirex. Kyoto Hannar. moved-up to third place, which they share with Niigata Albirex and Osaka Evessa. Kyoto Hannar. is looking forward to face league's leader Aishin Sea Horses in Kariya in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Niigata Albirex will play on the road against Hitachi Sunrockers in Tokyo and it may be a tough game between close rivals. An interesting game for Chiba Jets (25-13) which played road game in Nagoya against second-best Diamond Dolphins (21-17). Third ranked Chiba Jets managed to get a 6-point victory 86-80. It was a great evening for American Tyler Stone (203-91, college: SE Missouri St., agency: Diamond Sports) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds. Michael Parker helped adding 17 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 blocks. The best for the losing side was American forward Jerome Tillman (201-87, college: Ohio, agency: Inception Sports) with 36 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds. Chiba Jets have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain third place with 25-13 record having seven points less than leader Tochigi Brex. Diamond Dolphins at the other side keep the second position with 17 games lost. Chiba Jets will play against Akita Happinets (#5) at home in the next round. Diamond Dolphins will play against Ryukyu GK and hope to get back on the winning track. An interesting game for Toshiba Thunders (32-6) which hosted in Kanagawa 3rd placed Osaka Evessa (19-19). First ranked Toshiba Thunders managed to get a 11-point victory 87-76. It was an exceptional evening for Nick Fazekas who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 38 points (!!!) and 15 rebounds. Shinnosuke Negoro came up with 19 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for Osaka Evessa in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Toshiba Thunders maintains first place with 32-6 record. Loser Osaka Evessa keeps the third position with 19 games lost. They share it with Niigata Albirex and Kyoto Hannar.. Toshiba Thunders will meet Toyama Grouses (#6) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Osaka Evessa will play against Shiga L-Stars and hope to secure a win. An interesting game for Tochigi Brex (29-7) which hosted in Tochigi second-best Sanen Neophoenix (22-16). First ranked Tochigi Brex managed to get a 5-point victory 93-88. The best player for the winners was Jeffrey Gibbs who scored 24 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Tochigi Brex have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with 29-7 record, which they share with Toyota Alvark. Sanen Neophoenix at the other side keeps the second position with 16 games lost. Tochigi Brex's next round opponent will be league's second-placed Toyota Alvark in Tokyo and it will be for sure the game of the week. Sanen Neophoenix will play on the road against Yokohama BC and hope to win that game. The game in Okinawa was also quite interesting. Fourth ranked Hitachi Sunrockers (17-19) played at the court of 5th ranked Ryukyu GK (16-22). Hitachi Sunrockers defeated Ryukyu GK 87-71 on Sunday. It was a good game for Leo Vendrame who led his team to a victory with 21 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Hitachi Sunrockers maintains fourth place with 17-19 record. Loser Ryukyu GK keeps the fifth position with 22 games lost. Hitachi Sunrockers will face higher ranked Niigata Albirex (#3) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Ryukyu GK will play against the league's second-placed Diamond Dolphins in Nagoya and hope to win that game.
In the last two games of round 39 Toyota Alvark smashed Toyama Grouses on the road 100-81. Akita NH won against Yokohama BC on its own court 74-68.
The game in Okinawa was also quite interesting. Fourth ranked Hitachi Sunrockers (17-19) played at the court of 5th ranked Ryukyu GK (16-22). Hitachi Sunrockers defeated Ryukyu GK 87-71 on Sunday. The guests trailed by 5 points after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 5-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 87-71. It was a good game for point guard Leo Vendrame (183-93) who led his team to a victory with 21 points and 7 rebounds. The former international forward Yuki Mitsuhara (198-89) contributed with 14 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Ryunosuke Watanabe (185-94) answered with 11 points and 9 rebounds and international guard Ryuichi Kishimoto (176-90) added 12 points and 5 assists in the effort for Ryukyu GK. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Hitachi Sunrockers maintains fourth place with 17-19 record. Loser Ryukyu GK keeps the fifth position with 22 games lost. Hitachi Sunrockers will face higher ranked Niigata Albirex (#3) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Ryukyu GK will play against the league's second-placed Diamond Dolphins in Nagoya and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Hitachi SR: L.Vendrame 21+7reb+2ast, R.Guinn 14+1reb+1ast, Y.Mitsuhara 14+5reb+5ast, R.Sacre 12+8reb+1ast, K.Hirose 10+3reb, T.Shimizu 8+3reb+3ast Ryukyu GK: R.Terry 13+4reb+2ast, S.Kitagawa 13+4reb, R.Kishimoto 12+3reb+5ast, R.Watanabe 11+9reb+2ast, L.Hamilton 6+5reb+3ast, N.Tashiro 5+1reb+2ast
An interesting game for Chiba Jets (25-13) which played road game in Nagoya against second-best Diamond Dolphins (21-17). Third ranked Chiba Jets managed to get a 6-point victory 86-80. Diamond Dolphins were ahead by 3 points at the halftime before a 48-39 second half run of Chiba Jets. They made 26-of-32 charity shots (81.3 percent) during the game. They brought some defensive toughness making 8 blocks. It was a great evening for American Tyler Stone (203-91, college: SE Missouri St., agency: Diamond Sports) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds. His fellow American import forward Michael Parker (202-81, college: Evergreen St.) helped adding 17 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 blocks. Four Chiba Jets players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American forward Jerome Tillman (201-87, college: Ohio, agency: Inception Sports) with 36 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds and guard Taito Nakahigashi (190-92) scored 12 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Chiba Jets have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain third place with 25-13 record having seven points less than leader Tochigi Brex. Diamond Dolphins at the other side keep the second position with 17 games lost. Chiba Jets will play against Akita Happinets (#5) at home in the next round. Diamond Dolphins will play against Ryukyu GK and hope to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Chiba Jets: Y.Togashi 25+3reb+3ast, T.Stone 21+10reb+3ast, R.Ono 20+5reb, M.Parker 17+12reb+4ast, H.Armstrong 3+1reb, S.Ito 0 Nagoya DD: J.Tillman 36+7reb+2ast, T.Sasayama 12+4reb+1ast, T.Nakahigashi 12+9reb+6ast, T.Harimoto 9+4reb, T.Ishizaki 5+3reb+3ast, D.Weaver 4+4reb
No shocking result in a game when second ranked Toyota Alvark (29-7) crushed on the road 6th ranked Toyama Grouses (8-30) 100-81 on Sunday. Toyota Alvark made 19-of-23 free shots (82.6 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Toyama Grouses were plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a good game for American point guard Diante Garrett (196-88, college: Iowa St.) who led his team to a victory with 24 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Swingman Zack Baranski (193-92) contributed with 26 points and 4 assists for the winners. Five Toyota Alvark players scored in double figures. American Drew Viney (204-88, college: Loyola Mary) answered with 22 points and 9 rebounds and forward Naoki Uto (188-91) added 11 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists in the effort for Toyama Grouses. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Toyota Alvark keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Tochigi Brex. Toyama Grouses lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the sixth place with 30 games lost. Toyota Alvark will face league's leader Tochigi Brex at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Toyama Grouses will play against the league's leader Toshiba Thunders (#1) and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Toyota Alvark: Z.Baranski 26+2reb+4ast, D.Garrett 24+7reb+5ast, D.Tanaka 15+8reb+6ast, K.Matsui 15+1ast, J.Takeuchi 13+13reb+2ast, S.Kikuchi 5+1reb+1ast Toyama Grouses: D.Viney 22+9reb+2ast, N.Uto 11+7reb+6ast, S.Willard 10+11reb+1ast, D.Pittman 8+5reb, R.Yamazaki 8+1ast, Y.Okada 7+2reb+4ast
The game between third ranked Niigata Albirex (19-19) and fourth ranked Kyoto Hannar. (19-19) was the most important one in the last round on Sunday night. Niigata Albirex was defeated by Kyoto Hannar. in Niigata 75-85. The game was mostly controlled by Kyoto Hannar.. Niigata Albirex managed to win third quarter 18-13. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Kyoto Hannar. made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. Kyoto Hannar. had a 33-15 advantage in offensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Kyoto Hannar. made 8 blocks. 24 personal fouls committed by Niigata Albirex helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for American forward Kevin Kotzur (203-89, college: St.Mary's, TX) who led his team to a victory with 17 points and 9 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). The former international guard Yusuke Okada (185-84) contributed with 13 points for the winners. Kyoto Hannar.'s coach Honoo Hamaguchi used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American power forward Clint Chapman (208-89, college: Texas) answered with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds and the other American import forward Stephan Van-Treese (206-90, college: Louisville, agency: Inception Sports) added 10 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Niigata Albirex. Four Niigata Albirex players scored in double figures. Kyoto Hannar. moved-up to third place, which they share with Niigata Albirex and Osaka Evessa. Kyoto Hannar. is looking forward to face league's leader Aishin Sea Horses in Kariya in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Niigata Albirex will play on the road against Hitachi Sunrockers in Tokyo and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Kyoto Hannar.: K.Kotzur 17+9reb+3ast, M.Dove 16+3reb, Y.Okada 13+4reb+3ast, H.Kawashima 9+1reb+1ast, S.Murakami 9+2reb+2ast, L.Hill 9+5reb+1ast Niigata Albirex: C.Chapman 33+10reb, K.Igarashi 13+2reb+4ast, S.Van Treese 10+10reb+1ast, S.Hatakeyama 10+2reb+3ast, K.Sato 7+2reb, Y.Sato 2+2reb+1ast
An interesting game for Toshiba Thunders (32-6) which hosted in Kanagawa 3rd placed Osaka Evessa (19-19). First ranked Toshiba Thunders managed to get a 11-point victory 87-76. The game was mostly controlled by Toshiba Thunders. Osaka Evessa managed to win fourth quarter 26-22. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Toshiba Thunders made 23-of-28 free shots (82.1 percent) during the game. Toshiba Thunders outrebounded Osaka Evessa 46-30 including 23 on the offensive glass. It was an exceptional evening for American forward Nick Fazekas (211-85, college: Nevada) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 38 points (!!!) and 15 rebounds. Senegalese swingman Mamadou Diouf (197-77, college: Delaware) accounted for 3 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side. Forward Shinnosuke Negoro (195-87) came up with 19 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and American power forward Xavier Gibson (210-88, college: Florida St.) added 14 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Osaka Evessa in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Toshiba Thunders maintains first place with 32-6 record. Loser Osaka Evessa keeps the third position with 19 games lost. They share it with Niigata Albirex and Kyoto Hannar.. Toshiba Thunders will meet Toyama Grouses (#6) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Osaka Evessa will play against Shiga L-Stars and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Toshiba BT: N.Fazekas 38+15reb+1ast, T.Kurihara 15+4reb, R.Shinoyama 13+2reb, Y.Fujii 8+3reb+1ast, H.Taniguchi 3+2reb, K.Nomoto 3+3reb Osaka Evessa: S.Negoro 19+3reb, X.Gibson 14+7reb+1ast, R.Roby 12+5reb, J.Harrellson 9+5reb+2ast, T.Soma 6+1ast, T.Hashimoto 5+2reb+2ast
An interesting game for Tochigi Brex (29-7) which hosted in Tochigi second-best Sanen Neophoenix (22-16). First ranked Tochigi Brex managed to get a 5-point victory 93-88. The hosts started the game with a very strong first quarter 29-18. But Sanen Neophoenix won second period 15-12. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The best player for the winners was American forward Jeffrey Gibbs (188-80, college: Otterbein) who scored 24 points and 7 rebounds. His fellow American import power forward Ryan Rossiter (204-89, college: Siena) chipped in 20 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American swingman Josh Childress (203-83, college: Stanford) who recorded 29 points and 7 rebounds and the former international center Atsuya Ota (206-84) added 15 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Tochigi Brex have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with 29-7 record, which they share with Toyota Alvark. Sanen Neophoenix at the other side keeps the second position with 16 games lost. Tochigi Brex's next round opponent will be league's second-placed Toyota Alvark in Tokyo and it will be for sure the game of the week. Sanen Neophoenix will play on the road against Yokohama BC and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Tochigi Brex: J.Gibbs 24+7reb+3ast, T.Furukawa 21+1ast, R.Rossiter 20+8reb+1ast, Y.Tabuse 14+1reb+4ast, K.Takeuchi 4+6reb+1ast, N.Kumagae 3 Sanen: J.Childress 29+7reb+2ast, A.Ota 15+6reb+2ast, S.Tawatari 14+4ast, O.Ashaolu 12+3reb+2ast, S.Ohishi 9+3reb+1ast, S.Okada 5+4reb
There was a minor upset when 5th ranked Yokohama BC (14-24) lost on the road to fifth ranked Akita Happinets (11-27) 74-68 on Sunday. Yokohama BC trailed by 14 points after 3 quarters before a 26-18 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 68-74 at the end of the game. It was a good game for Canadian center Scott Morrison (213-86, college: Portland St.) who led his team to a victory with 16 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Seiya Ando (184-92) contributed with 5 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners. Four Akita Happinets players scored in double figures. Akita Happinets' coach Makoto Hasegawa allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. International center Pape Faye (200-87) answered with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 17 rebounds and American forward Jeffrey Parmer (203-85, college: Florida Atlantic) added 17 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Yokohama BC. The victory was the third consecutive win for Akita Happinets. They maintain fifth place with 11-27 record which they share with defeated Yokohama BC. Yokohama BC lost their third game in a row. They keep the fifth position with 24 games lost. Akita Happinets will face higher ranked Chiba Jets (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Yokohama BC will play against the league's second-placed Sanen Neophoenix and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Akita NH: S.Morrison 16+7reb+3ast, D.Taniguchi 12+4reb+1ast, S.Taguchi 12+4reb, D.Stephens 11+5reb, R.Shirahama 9+1reb+2ast, E.Ravenel 6+3reb Yokohama BC: J.Parmer 17+7reb, T.Kawamura 12+2ast, P.Faye 10+17reb+1ast, A.Minatoya 9+4reb+1ast, K.Takeda 8+3reb+2ast, M.Hosoya 7+4ast
Chiba Jets (B League) landed 33-year old American power forward Tony Gaffney (206-102kg-84, college: Massachusetts, agency: Octagon Europe). He played most recently at ALBA Berlin in German BBL league. In 33 games he averaged 6.5ppg, 5.1rpg, 1.6apg and 1.2spg last season. Gaffney helped them to make it to the German Bundesliga Cup Semifinals. He also played 11 games in Eurocup where he had 7.0ppg, 4.5rpg, 2.1apg, 1.3spg and 1.1bpg. Gaffney attended University of Massachusetts until 2009 a... [read more]
Chiba Jets (B League) landed 33-year old American power forward Tony Gaffney (206-102kg-84, college: Massachusetts, agency: Octagon Europe). He played most recently at ALBA Berlin in German BBL league. In 33 games he averaged 6.5ppg, 5.1rpg, 1.6apg and 1.2spg last season. Gaffney helped them to make it to the German Bundesliga Cup Semifinals. He also played 11 games in Eurocup where he had 7.0ppg, 4.5rpg, 2.1apg, 1.3spg and 1.1bpg. Gaffney attended University of Massachusetts until 2009 and it will be his ninth season in pro basketball. Let's have closer look into His outlook:
A very versatile forward who brings a high level of energy and athleticism to any team he joins. He is a tenacious rebounder, shot-blocker, and great defender.
Lucas starts his pro career at Toyota Alvark - 1 day ago
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Toyota Alvark Tokyo (B League) agreed terms with 24-year old American forward Landen Lucas (208-109kg-93, agency: Duran International). Lucas just graduated from Kansas (NCAA). He has played there for the last five years. In 34 games he had 7.8ppg, 8.0rpg, 1.1apg and 1.0bpg last season. Lucas helped them to win the regular season and they also made it to the NCAA Elite Eight. Quite impressive season as he was named to All-Big 12 Honorable Mention. As mentioned above he is just out of the... [read more]
Toyota Alvark Tokyo (B League) agreed terms with 24-year old American forward Landen Lucas (208-109kg-93, agency: Duran International). Lucas just graduated from Kansas (NCAA). He has played there for the last five years. In 34 games he had 7.8ppg, 8.0rpg, 1.1apg and 1.0bpg last season. Lucas helped them to win the regular season and they also made it to the NCAA Elite Eight. Quite impressive season as he was named to All-Big 12 Honorable Mention. As mentioned above he is just out of the college and it will be his first season as a pro. Lucas' college team won Big 12 Tournament in 2016. He represented USA at the World University Games in Gwangju (South Korea) two years ago. Lucas' team won Gold and his stats at that event were 8 games: 2.8ppg, 5.5rpg.
Hitachi Sunrockers keep Sacre for another season - 2 days ago
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Hitachi SunRockers Tokyo-Shibuya (B League) re-signed 28-year old Canadian center Robert Sacre (213-118kg-89, college: Gonzaga). He was a team leader there last season. In 34 B League games he recorded very impressive stats: 15.8ppg, 8.8rpg and 1.4apg. A very good season in his career as he was voted to Asia-Basket.com All-Japanese B League Honorable Mention. In 2012 Sacre was drafted by Los Angeles Lakers (NBA) in second round (60th overall). The former Gonzaga University staris in his s... [read more]
Hitachi SunRockers Tokyo-Shibuya (B League) re-signed 28-year old Canadian center Robert Sacre (213-118kg-89, college: Gonzaga). He was a team leader there last season. In 34 B League games he recorded very impressive stats: 15.8ppg, 8.8rpg and 1.4apg. A very good season in his career as he was voted to Asia-Basket.com All-Japanese B League Honorable Mention. In 2012 Sacre was drafted by Los Angeles Lakers (NBA) in second round (60th overall). The former Gonzaga University staris in his sixth season in pro basketball. Among other achievements Sacre played in the final of WCC Tournament in 2008, 2010 and 2012. He received also All-WCC Defensive Player of the Year award back in 2012 at his college time. Sacre was also a member of Canadian international program for some years. He played for Canadian Senior National Team between 2009 and 2015 and previously for U18 National Team in 2006. Sacre represented Canada at the FIBA Americas in Mexico two years ago. His team won Bronze and his stats at that event were 7 games: 4.1ppg, 2.1rpg. Sacre has played previously professionally in NBA (New Orleans Pelicans and LA Lakers) and NBA G League (Los Angeles D-Fenders). His game is described as:
Known for his shot-blocking at Gonzaga, this seven footer is a very good defender and has team mentality. Plus, he brings scoring, energy and the right "chemistry" to his team. He often plays small, not using his size and strength advantages to bully opponents … Lacks length. Arms appear to be very short for his height ... Not a great leaper; doesn't explode off the floor.
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