Sendai, Gunma, Kawasaki, Hokkaido, Nagoya and Kyoto Secure Wins

Sendai 89ers secured an 87-76 victory against Shimane Susanoo Magic on November 13 to push their winning streak to five games in the B.LEAGUE PREMIER.

The eastern district leaders erased a two-quarter deficit on the road at B.N. Arena when Jarrett Culver and Jake Layman hit back-to-back three-pointers at the start of the third period.

Sendai extended their lead in the fourth quarter behind consecutive scoring runs from Sergio Eldewich, Culver, and Layman to seal the road victory. The outcome keeps the club at the top of the division standings after six league fixtures.

Gunma and Kawasaki Secure Victories

Gunma Crane Thunders stretched their winning run to six matches with an 85-74 defeat of Shinshu Brave Warriors at White Ring. Stanley Johnson paced the visitors with 32 points alongside Kelly Blackshear Jr., who added 29 points.

Shinshu played in front of local elementary and junior high school students attending a club-organized youth event. The hosts cut a 19-point deficit before falling short in their second loss.

Kawasaki Brave Sanders stopped a five-game slide by defeating Saga Ballooners 90-72 at Todoroki Arena. Shun Matsuyama scored a team-high 20 points off the bench after making four three-point shots.

Jayden Riddick contributed 19 points and seven rebounds for Kawasaki. Matt Bonds finished with 14 points, 15 rebounds, and seven assists in the home win.

Hokkaido and Nagoya Win Big

Levanga Hokkaido defeated Kobe Storks 100-79 at Hokkai Teppuu Arena to claim a high-scoring home victory. Nagoya Diamond Dolphins also reached triple digits by beating Akita Northern Happinets 110-94 at CNA Arena Akita.

Kyoto Hannaryz ended a five-match skid by defeating Ibaraki Robots 98-75 at Nissin Electric Arena. The victory marks Kyoto’s first win in six league appearances.

November 13 Match Results