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RUI HACHIMURA

Japan Times
BASKETBALL / NBA
Jun 1, 2019
Hornets star Kemba Walker says Rui Hachimura will be 'a big name in the NBA'
While Rui Hachimura's immediate future in the NBA will be determined later this month, one established superstar believes the young forward will fit right in.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / NBA
May 9, 2019
Rui Hachimura opts to skip NBA Draft Combine: report
Former Gonzaga University forward Rui Hachimura will not attend the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / NBA
Apr 23, 2019
Despite great expectations, Rui Hachimura faces big challenge in quantum leap to NBA
Rui Hachimura's decision to end his college career in hopes of making a splash in the world's premier basketball league caused quite a stir in his homeland, but Japanese fans must temper expectations for their ascendant star.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / NBA
Apr 16, 2019
Rui Hachimura leaving Gonzaga University for the NBA
After a dynamic junior season, Gonzaga University forward Rui Hachimura has decided to turn pro.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Apr 13, 2019
Rui Hachimura wins Julius Erving Award
Gonzaga's Rui Hachimura was named the recipient of the Julius Erving Award as the best small forward in the nation at the College Basketball Awards on Friday night in Los Angeles.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Mar 19, 2019
Gonzaga star Rui Hachimura named to USBWA All-America First Team
Gonzaga forward Rui Hachimura was among five players named to the U.S. Basketball Writers Association's All-America First Team on Monday.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / HOOP SCOOP
Mar 8, 2019
Gonzaga announcer Tom Hudson full of praise for Rui Hachimura
The Gonzaga University men's basketball team's sustained excellence is one of the most remarkable stories in contemporary sports.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Mar 6, 2019
Gonzaga's Rui Hachimura named West Coast Conference Player of the Year
Rui Hachimura was named the West Coast Conference 2018-2019 Player of the Year on Tuesday after helping lead Gonzaga University, currently the nation's No. 1 team, to its seventh straight regular-season title and 20th consecutive win.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Feb 18, 2019
Orimo continues to speak mind about Japan
Legendary star player Takehiko Orimo has always been brutally honest and outspoken about Japanese basketball, and his stance on the Akatsuki Five is no different.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Feb 12, 2019
Japan squad set for big challenges
The players and staff seemed relaxed. That is a good indication of their state of mind as they get into the final window of the FIBA World Cup Asian qualifiers.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Feb 5, 2019
Japan prepares for crucial FIBA World Cup qualifiers at Iran, Qatar
With a significant pair of wins during the previous window of the Asian qualifiers in Toyama late last year, the Akatsuki Five got much closer to clinching a berth for this summer's FIBA World Cup finals in China.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Jan 24, 2019
UNC Wilmington's Kai Toews bursts onto scene as dynamic passer in freshman season
As a college freshman, Kai Toews has quickly become a player to pay attention to.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Nov 27, 2018
Gonzaga climbs to No. 1 in polls
Top NBA prospect Rui Hachimura played a pivotal role in Gonzaga University's dramatic 89-87 victory over top-ranked Duke University last Wednesday at the Maui Invitational in Lahaina, Hawaii.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Sep 18, 2018
Yuta Watanabe ready to make dream a reality
After scoring 18 points to help Japan beat Iran in a FIBA World Cup Asian qualifier at Ota City General Gymnasium on Monday, Yuta Watanabe's mind quickly turned to the United States where he will soon be fighting to make a name for himself on basketball's biggest stage.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Sep 17, 2018
Japan overcomes Iran through explosive performances from Rui Hachimura and Yuta Watanabe
Japan's star duo of Rui Hachimura and Yuta Watanabe proved their talent on Monday evening, coming through down the stretch in the hosts' 70-56 win over Iran in a FIBA World Cup Asian qualifier at Ota City General Gymnasium.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Sep 16, 2018
Akatsuki Five stars Watanabe and Hachimura ready to enjoy Iran showdown
Yuta Watanabe and Rui Hachimura had fun playing together on the Japan men’s basketball team for the first time during Thursday night’s victory over Kazakhstan.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Sep 14, 2018
Rui Hachimura powers Japan in win over Kazakhstan
Young guns Rui Hachimura and Yuta Watanabe carried the scoring load in helping Japan to an 85-70 win over Kazakhstan in the first game of the second round of FIBA World Cup Asian qualifying on Thursday.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Jul 7, 2018
Japan still in hunt for 2020 berth
Everyone that is associated with the Japan men's national team and its fans breathed a huge sigh of relief after it managed to book a spot for the second round of the 2019 FIBA World Cup Asian qualifiers with a win over Taiwan on Monday.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Jul 3, 2018
Japan trounces Taiwan, earns spot in second round of FIBA World Cup Asian qualifiers
The Japan men's national team's quest to compete in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics is still alive.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Jun 30, 2018
Dynamic duo Rui Hachimura, Nick Fazekas ignite Japan's offense in victory over Australia
Rui Hachimura and Nick Fazekas were as good as advertised.
Japanese stripper bids to have her porn movies taken off internet
Plaintiff Miyuki Ariga (left) speaks at a news conference along with her lawyer, Yoshitomo Morohashi, after filing a lawsuit at the Tokyo District Court on Monday.
U.S. envoy to Japan makes landmark visit to front-line island near Taiwan
U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel meets with members of the Self-Defense Forces stationed on Yonaguni, Okinawa Prefecture, on Friday.
Japan to review romanization system for first time in 70 years
An advisory panel to the education ministry will consider how the Japanese language should be transcribed into the Latin alphabet, including unifying different romanization styles currently in use.
Japanese billionaire sues Meta over investment scams using his image
Entrepreneurs Yusaku Maezawa (second from right) and Takafumi Horie (third from right) attend a study session on fake social media ads and investment scams at the Liberal Democratic Party headquarters in Tokyo on April 10.
Japan’s economy contracts as consumers and firms cut spending
Japan's gross domestic product shrank at an annualized pace of 2% in the three months through March.
Can AI-generated inventions be patented? A Tokyo court says no.
The Tokyo court's ruling comes amid ongoing debates on how to regulate generative AI and is part of a transnational class action lawsuit.
A new initiative rethinks old Tohoku crafts
The colored patterns of Tsuguru "nuri," made in Aomori Prefecture, are achieved by applying multiple coatings of lacquer, which are later polished down to reveal layers of colors beneath.
Xi and Putin mark ‘new era’ amid efforts to counter U.S. ‘containment’
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping attend an event in Beijing on Thursday. During Putin's visit, the leaders showed off their growing alignment amid efforts to push back against the U.S.-led world order.
Unraveling the Japanese prose of Yukio Mishima
Author Yukio Mishima accepts the Arts Festival Award in the drama category at the 20th Arts Festival Award Ceremony on Jan. 22, 1966.
New Taiwan president to set tone for ties with China at inauguration
Taiwan President-elect Lai Ching-te arrives at the CyberSec 2024 Exhibition in Taipei on Wednesday.

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