In his four seasons leading the Ryukyu Golden Kings, Dai Oketani managed the team to extraordinary success — four Final Four appearances, two championships and a record of 147-59 in the regular season (2008-12).
Now, Oketani is 1-0 against his former club.
In an emotionally charged game for the host Big Bulls on Saturday night, Oketani guided his club to a stunning, come-from-behind 79-77 triumph over the reigning champions.