Brian Rowsom out as NeoPhoenix coach
After an 0-10 start under new coach Brian Rowsom, the San-en NeoPhoenix have parted ways with the American mentor. Rowsom's contract was terminated on Monday, he confirmed in an email to The Japan Times. The former NBA forward told this newspaper it was a "mutual ...
Suzuki's ball distribution making difference for NeoPhoenix
Early in his pro career, Tatsuya Suzuki displayed a flair for making the right pass at the right time. Yes, he records a flashy assist here and there. He also threads the needle on textbook tosses of all varieties to his teammates. He reads the defense ...
NeoPhoenix's Childress, Ashaolu provide big spark in victory over Diamond Dolphins
Former Stanford University and NBA forward Josh Childress delivered a big boost for the San-en NeoPhoenix on Saturday against the visiting Nagoya Diamond Dolphins. Childress' productive game — 34 points, 10 rebounds and two blocks in nearly 28 minutes — helped steer the NeoPhoenix to ...
Suzuki, Childress take center stage as NeoPhoenix pound B-Corsairs
Tatsuya Suzuki had a quiet game on Saturday. The San-en NeoPhoenix point guard's stat line included these numbers: zero points, one assist. On Sunday, Suzuki flipped the script as an inspired San-en squad bounced back from a 13-point defeat to the Yokohama B-Corsairs and pounced ...
NeoPhoenix prevail over Brave Thunders in early season clash of titans
The San-en NeoPhoenix have a new name and play in a new league. They have a first-year head coach and several new players, and they are just two years removed from their third bj-league championship. Friday's game didn't have the same pressure as past title ...
Nara chasing playoff berth, consistency late in season
Without their 22 road games, the Bambitious Nara would be in no position at this stage of the season to be vying for a playoff position. The Bambitious, however, are 9-13 in away games. That has helped compensate for their 6-16 mark in home contests. Nara ...
Okada making impact for unbeaten Shiga
Yu Okada has spent nearly a decade now knocking down jump shots for a paycheck. He was an integral part of the Takamatsu Five Arrows' remarkable run to a championship runnerup finish as a first-year franchise in the 2006-07 season, a recognizable fixture in the ...
