Iran topped Japan 68-63 to take the FIBA Asia Championships bronze medal on Saturday in China, beating Japan for the second time in the tournament and ensuring the reigning champion finished its title defense with a win. In the gold-medal game, China defeated the Philippines ...
Japan beats Palestine to keep Asia hoop quarterfinal hopes alive
Japan took a big step toward the FIBA Asia Championship quarterfinals on Monday, beating Palestine 74-67 to secure its first victory of the second round in Changsha. With the win over Palestine and a victory over Hong Kong on Tuesday, Japan will likely finish third ...
Japan thinking long-term with Asia Championship provisional squad
The Japan men's national basketball team certainly wants to change its low credit rating on the international stage. It may not happen right away, but some unique talent makes it possible in the future. Japan revealed its 27-man provisional roster for its six training camps ...
