Longevity is just one aspect of J.R. Sakuragi's successful basketball career.

In exclusive interviews with The Japan Times, former UCLA and St. John's head coach Steve Lavin, and ex-UCLA and ex-NBA star Marques Johnson reflected on the unique personality and skill set that have defined veteran SeaHorses Mikawa forward's on-court presence throughout his career.

Looking back on his formative years, including at UCLA, Lavin and Johnson recalled Sakuragi's talent shining through.