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Mathias Calfani helps Brave Thunders with solid play

Basketball / B. League | B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK Dec 12, 2019

Mathias Calfani helps Brave Thunders with solid play

by Ed Odeven

Mathias Calfani's passion for basketball is evident on every possession. He's an active presence on both ends of the floor. On defense, his arms constantly move with purpose to distract opposing players. His eyes never stop focusing on what's happening around him. He exudes confidence ...

Brave Thunders, Sunrockers setting early pace in standings

Basketball / B. League | B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK Oct 25, 2019

Brave Thunders, Sunrockers setting early pace in standings

by Ed Odeven

Nearly a month into the new B. League season, it's already quite clear that parity among teams is a defining characteristic of the 2019-20 campaign. Consider the following: Only two teams have one loss through Wednesday (the Sunrockers Shibuya, who are 5-1, and the 7-1 ...

Veteran big man David Simon lighting it up for Kyoto

Basketball / B. League | B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK Oct 17, 2019

Veteran big man David Simon lighting it up for Kyoto

by Ed Odeven

Two weeks is a small sample size, but it provides some clues about the potential of players and teams since the new season tipped off on Oct. 3. We're already seeing the emergence of some new impact players and the continued excellence of key performers ...

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