The San-en NeoPhoenix didn't have a banner performance on offense. They struggled to put points on the board.
But San-en defenders limited the host Shiga Lakestars to 29.9 percent shooting, and that proved pivotal in a 62-58 victory on Friday night in the B. League.
The NeoPhoenix (15-13) took a 28-23 lead into the locker room at halftime.