B1 Niigata Albirex BB (9th in the eastern district) will face Utsunomiya Brex (1st in the same) on the 6th and 7th at the away Brex Arena Utsunomiya. In Niigata, which is losing five games in a row, SF Shotaro Hayashi (25) is aware of the key man. In order to stop the losing streak by raising a white star from the “natural enemy” who has not won 10 games since the first year of the B League, Hayashi imposes a play that puts his feelings forward.

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I kept my fighting spirit in a gentle tone. “I feel like deciding the game in the first quarter.” Hayashi puts a bull on the front and challenges a strong enemy.

Director Shogo Fukuda (37) left due to poor physical condition from the second match of the previous section Nagoya D match. Under the guidance of Hayato Aoki Associate Coach (47), who conducts on behalf of him, he has thoroughly confirmed the basics of defense and clarified his role in practice. Hayashi, who scored 11 points in the first race of the previous section and 3 points in the second race, was more aware of rebounds, haste, and aggressive shooting. “It’s easier to do if it develops quickly,” he says, showing confidence in his mission.

Utsunomiya has a thick wall in Niigata. However, Hayashi has experienced three wins last season in his former affiliation, Kawasaki. “Don’t be scared by your name.” At the meeting immediately after losing in the first race of Nagoya D, 62-79, he urged an angry discussion, saying, “Let’s say what everyone wants to say.” “I was starting to lose. I thought it wasn’t enough to just do my best tomorrow.” SF Captain Yuichi Ikeda (37) and others responded and spit out their thoughts. The second race was defeated 73-78, but the team was united.

“Everyone wants to win.” The Utsunomiya match that I want to use as an opportunity to escape from consecutive losses and rebuild. Hayashi pointed out, “Don’t let the opponent take the offense rebound. We will end up with a shot.” Weapon the strength of feelings above all.[Shinichiro Saito]

○… Coach Aoki, who acts as the acting coach following the second race of Nagoya D in the previous section, says, “We cannot make sudden changes. We have narrowed down the points.” The organization opposes Utsunomiya, who does not show a gap with strong defense and thick attack, saying, “Protect one ball with five people, cherish the ball and end with a shot.” “Don’t end up with a good match. A good match and a win is a successful experience,” he said of his determination to confront the top of the district.