The Japan Basketball Association (JBA) announced the international referee assignment for Daigo Kurima, who has been selected to officiate at the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers Window 4. Kurima, a Tokyo-based JBA-certified S-class referee and FIBA-certified official, will take charge of matches during the window scheduled from August 28 to August 31. International … Read more
The Japan Basketball Association has officially announced a 14-player preliminary roster for the upcoming FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers, highlighting a blend of high-profile international talent and domestic leaders as the team prepares to tip off its latest campaign. Roster Construction and Key Inclusions According to announcements from the Japan Basketball Association, the 14-man … Read more
The East Asia Super League announced a major expansion, welcoming the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League as its newest partner league ahead of the 2026–27 season. According to league announcements, reigning MPBL champions Abra Weavers will make history as the first club from the Filipino competition to contest the regional championship. Manny Pacquiao League Joins Regional … Read more
Rui Hachimura Headlines Ariake Arena Showdown The Japan men’s national basketball team is set to face South Korea in an international friendly match at Tokyo’s Ariake Arena. Forward Rui Hachimura, who plays for the NBA’s Los Angeles Clippers, has been named to the roster for the upcoming fixture, according to tournament organizers and national team … Read more
The Japan Basketball Association (JBA) announced a 15-player roster for the upcoming international friendlies against South Korea, featuring star forward Rui Hachimura while notable veterans Yuta Watanabe and Yudai Baba are sidelined. The selection marks a crucial step in the men’s national team’s preparation cycle. According to the JBA, the squad will face the South … Read more
The draw for the men’s basketball tournament at the upcoming Asian Games has officially placed Japan into Group D alongside powerhouse South Korea, Saudi Arabia, and Indonesia, setting up an intense opening round of competition. Group D Matchups Set for Aichi International Arena Basketball organizers released the official group pairings and tournament schedule for the … Read more
Kenichiro Benedict is actively pursuing a career in the NBA while setting his sights on representing the Japan national basketball team in the near future. Following recent developmental training camps emphasizing basketball IQ and situational response, the young prospect has articulated clear ambitions to test his skills at the highest global levels of the sport. … Read more
Melbourne United has signed American guard Cole Anthony for the upcoming campaign, adding NBA experience to the National Basketball League roster alongside fellow veteran Joe Ingles. The club confirmed the roster addition, marking a notable international move for the former lottery pick as he shifts his career to the Australian circuit. Cole Anthony Joins Melbourne … Read more
The Japan U17 women’s national basketball team is competing in the FIBA U17 Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 in Brno, Czech Republic, with the goal of surpassing their historic best finish of fourth place. The tournament, running from July 11 to July 20, serves as a critical proving ground for Japan’s next generation of elite … Read more
The group phase second game at the FIBA U17 Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 was held in Brno, Czech Republic, on July 12 local time. Japan Dominates Slovenia in Brno The Japan U17 women’s national team secured a commanding win over a higher-ranked Slovenia side during the group stage of the FIBA U17 Women’s Basketball … Read more