Japanese basketball’s own living legend Takehiko Orimo says that he would absolutely be honored if he gets the nod. But he does not want the occasion to be a farewell stage.
The 49-year-old, who has announced plans to retire at the end of the 2019-20 season, has a strong chance to make the roster through fan voting for the B. League All-Star Game, which will take place Jan. 18 at Hokkaido Prefectural Sports Center.
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