Bronny James stepped to the podium during the Los Angeles Lakers media day on Sept. 29, addressing a newly configured roster following his father LeBron James’s departure for the Philadelphia 76ers. Entering a campaign, the guard emphasized that he is carving out an independent path in the NBA. Stepping Out from Under the Shadow of … Read more
The Japan men’s national basketball team wrapped up its campaign at the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, securing a silver medal after a hard-fought run in the five-on-a-side tournament that concluded on Sept. 20, according to tournament reports and official team statements. For veteran center Alex Kirk, who anchored the paint and served as the … Read more
The Ryukyu Golden Kings are stepping into a transformative new era under the B.League’s premier structure, overhauling their roster and tactical identity to embrace a high-paced, aggressive style of play. Early flashes of this shift surfaced during the preseason “Island Games” at Okinawa Arena, where the club showcased the foundational elements of an up-tempo system … Read more
Basketball player Li Yueru announced on her official social media channels that she missed out on representing the Chinese women’s national basketball team at the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup qualifiers due to a lost passport, stating that perhaps she simply lacked enough luck. Li Yueru Misses World Cup Qualifiers Over Passport Issue The unexpected … Read more
The Japan Basketball Association has officially announced its 12-player roster for the upcoming FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers Window 4 match against Qatar, featuring the notable return of Yuta Watanabe and the exclusion of veteran guard Yuki Togashi. Roster Shifts and Key Selections for Window 4 According to the Japan Basketball Association announcement … 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
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