It was a stellar start for the SeaHorses Mikawa to begin their quest for a title this postseason.
Sharpshooter Kosuke Kanamaru scored a game-high 26 points on 10-for-16 shooting. Center Isaac Butts also made a big impact with 14 points and 18 rebounds.
The result? The SeaHorses cruised past the defending champion Tochigi Brex 77-63 in their B. League Championship quarterfinal series opener in Kariya, Aichi Prefecture.