Ryukyu Golden Kings Part Ways with Dai Oketani: A Defining Era Concludes In a move that marks the end of a golden chapter for professional basketball in Okinawa, the Ryukyu Golden Kings have announced that head coach Dai Oketani will not return to the bench for the upcoming season. The decision follows the expiration of … Read more
Nagasaki Velca Crowned B.League Champions: Baba and Lee Lead Japan to First-Ever Title in Historic Finale May 26, 2026 Daniel Richardson 12 min read NAGASAKI, Japan — In a season-defining performance that will be remembered as one of the greatest in B.League history, Nagasaki Velca secured their first-ever championship with a dramatic victory in the … Read more
Showdown at Yokohama: Nagasaki and Ryukyu Face Off in B.League Championship Finale The stage is set at Yokohama Arena for a historic conclusion to the B.League season. As the Resona B.League 1st Division Championship reaches its climax today, May 26, 2026, all eyes are on the deciding Game 3 between the Nagasaki Velca and the … Read more
YOKOHAMA — The B.League Championship Finals have reached a critical juncture at Yokohama Arena, as the Ryukyu Golden Kings stand on the precipice of a second championship title. Facing them is a resilient Nagasaki Velca side, desperate to force a decisive Game 3 in a series that has captivated basketball fans across Japan. As the … Read more
Japan Basketball Association Reports ¥14 Million Financial Misconduct by Former Staffer The Japan Basketball Association (JBA) is facing a governance headache after revealing that a former employee misappropriated funds through a series of improper expense claims totaling ¥14 million. In an announcement made on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, the governing body confirmed the financial discrepancy, … Read more
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Here’s your verified, SEO-optimized and human-written article in strict HTML format: B.League Free Agency: 21 Players Hit Market as Shigemi Twins, Kishi Eternal Among Contract Expirations By Daniel Richardson, Editor-in-Chief, Archysport TOKYO — April 27, 2026 Key B.League players, including the Shigemi twins (left) and Kishi Eternal (right), are set to test free agency this … Read more
Marcus Smart Delivers Historic Playoff Performance for Lakers in Game 3 Win Over Rockets LOS ANGELES — Marcus Smart delivered a franchise-first performance in the playoffs, recording 21 points, 10 assists and five steals as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Houston Rockets 112-108 in overtime to take a 3-0 series lead in their first-round … Read more
Japanese basketball standout Kokoro Tanaka is in active negotiations to secure her first WNBA contract after being selected by the Golden State Valkyries in the 2024 draft, marking a historic moment for Japanese women’s basketball. The Valkyries, entering their inaugural WNBA season in 2025, chose Tanaka with the 27th overall pick in the third round … Read more
Vietnam’s VBA Rookie Draft 2026 Selects Six Amateur Players for Professional Basketball Contracts Six amateur basketball players have been selected to join professional clubs in Vietnam’s pro basketball league through the VBA Rookie Draft 2026, earning contracts and the opportunity to compete in the national championship. The draft, held jointly by the Vietnam Basketball Association … Read more
From Spain to the B.LEAGUE: The Unconventional Journey of Taiga Okada In the world of professional basketball, the path to the pros is often a well-trodden road of elite high schools and collegiate systems. Yet, Taiga Okada has spent the last seven years carving an entirely different trail. The 21-year-old guard, now a key figure … Read more