Fumio Nishimura Announces Retirement: Chiba Jets Retire No. 11 Jersey In a move that marks the end of an era for the B.League, Chiba Jets veteran Fumio Nishimura has officially announced his retirement from professional basketball. The announcement, confirmed by the organization, closes the chapter on a storied career that saw Nishimura become the heartbeat … Read more
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
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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
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
Japan U18 Men’s National Team Falls to Slovenia in Opening Match The Japan U18 Men’s National Team opened its current campaign with a challenging start, dropping its first game to a formidable Slovenia squad. Despite a strong individual showing from key players, Japan was unable to secure a victory in the opening contest. Kenichiro Benedict … Read more
Manila, Philippines – The Japan Professional Basketball League (B.LEAGUE) announced today it will return to Manila for the “B.LEAGUE FINAL WEEK in MANILA 2026,” a four-day event scheduled for May 21-24, 2026. This marks the second consecutive year the league will host a major event in the Philippines, signaling a continued commitment to expanding its … Read more
神戸ストークス Claim B.LEAGUE B2 West Division Title Kobe Storks have secured the B2 West Division championship for the 2025-26 season of the B.LEAGUE, marking their third title in five attempts. The championship was confirmed following today’s games, according to an announcement from the Japan Professional Basketball League (B.LEAGUE). This victory is particularly significant as it … Read more