Yuta Tabuse was the last man to arrive to speak to reporters on this particular day. But it probably wasn't the first time and won't be the last time.
The reason is obvious: The 33-year-old star guard, who's had to cope with a series of injuries, is known for his thorough physical care for his body after games.
"Sorry, I'm late," said an apologetic Tabuse, a Link Tochigi Brex point guard, after the team's 89-74 loss to the powerhouse Toyota Motors Alvark at Tokyo's Sumida General Gymnasium last Friday night.