Whenever he steps onto a basketball court, Reggie Warren's fierce desire to win is a recognizable trait.

Since 2006, the veteran power forward has been a key piece to the puzzle for five bj-league franchises: Takamatsu Five Arrows (2006-08), Saitama Broncos (2008-09), Kyoto Hannaryz (2010-11, 2014-15), Rizing Fukuoka (2012-14) and Hamamatsu Higashimikawa Phoenix (current season).

It's no coincidence that the Hannaryz had the best regular-season mark in league history (44-8) last season. Warren helped set the tone.