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YOKOHAMA B CORSAIRS

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BASKETBALL / B. League
Mar 1, 2021
Yuki Kawamura vows to use disappointing season as fuel for future success
The 19-year-old phenomenon remains determined to learn from players he felt bested him this year and achieve his long-standing goal of playing on the national team.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Jan 20, 2021
Point guard Yuki Kawamura growing into role at B-Corsairs
The 19-year-old Tokai University freshman is turning heads with his ability to direct the game on the court.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Dec 23, 2020
B-Corsairs sign 19-year-old phenom Yuki Kawamura on short-term deal
The Tokai University student made waves last season as the B. League's youngest-ever player during a stint with the NeoPhoenix.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Feb 14, 2020
B-Corsairs rookie Raita Akaho follows in family's footsteps on basketball court
With a somewhat unusual last name, it's perhaps a little difficult for Raita Akaho to not be noticed that he's from a distinguished basketball family.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Feb 1, 2020
Alvark edge Brave Thunders, earn series split
The visiting Alvark Tokyo avenged their Friday defeat by outplaying the Kawasaki Brave Thunders in Saturday's marquee rematch.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Dec 28, 2019
Davante Gardner leads SeaHorses past B-Corsairs; Brex, Brave Thunders extend winning streaks to 14
Since the season began in October, the SeaHorses Mikawa have struggled to pile up victories.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Dec 15, 2019
Strong Alvark frontcourt overwhelms B-Corsairs
Veteran poise paid off the Alvark Tokyo on Sunday afternoon.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Nov 3, 2019
B-Corsairs rediscover energy to defeat Lakestars
The Yokohama B-Corsairs were outplayed in all facets of Saturday's game except rebounding — they held a 38-36 edge in that category.
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BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Oct 25, 2019
Brave Thunders, Sunrockers setting early pace in standings
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.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Oct 21, 2019
B-Corsairs shake off attacking doldrums in win over Susanoo Magic
Throughout the B. League's 60-game season, all teams will have cold spells on offense. The Yokohama B-Corsairs, for example, had five straight quarters with fewer than 20 points on Saturday and Sunday.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Oct 11, 2019
Washburn leads Yokohama to win over Akita
The Yokohama B-Corsairs earned their first victory of the 2019-20 B. League season on Friday night, outplaying the visiting Akita Northern Happinets en route to a 75-60 decision.
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BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Jul 18, 2019
Former Olympiacos assistant Christos Marmarinos named Storks bench boss
The Nishinomiya Storks on Tuesday appointed veteran Greek coach Christos Marmarinos as their new bench boss.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Apr 26, 2019
Tochigi pounds Kawasaki in playoff opener
The Tochigi Brex were locked in at both ends of the court on Friday night.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Apr 12, 2019
Toyama holds off Yokohama in series opener
The Yokohama B-Corsairs faced a 58-43 deficit at halftime in Friday's series opener against the Toyama Grouses.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Apr 5, 2019
Kawasaki capitalizes on free-throw opportunities to beat Toyama
When a team scores three times as many points as its opponent at the free-throw line, it's usually a good sign for the team getting fouled repeatedly.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Mar 23, 2019
Sunrockers center Robert Sacre drops 44 on Hannaryz in series-opening triumph
Robert Sacre made the Kyoto Hannaryz pay for fouling him repeatedly in the fourth quarter on Saturday night.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Mar 10, 2019
Josh Duncan leads Jets to win over B-Corsairs
With 44 games in the books, there aren't any big surprises remaining regarding the Chiba Jets Funabashi's roster and playing style.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Feb 7, 2019
Akita struggling in step up to first division
The Akita Northern Happinets know their limitations.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Feb 1, 2019
Balanced scoring helps NeoPhoenix defeat B-Corsairs
The San-en NeoPhoenix built a cushion in the third quarter and cruised past the Yokohama B-Corsairs in Friday's series opener, winning 80-69.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Dec 23, 2018
Alvark complete sweep of B-Corsairs
The reigning champions Alvark Tokyo gave their fans an early Christmas present on Sunday afternoon.

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A statue of "Dragon Ball" character Goku stands outside the offices of Bandai Namco in Tokyo. The figure is now as recognizable as such characters as Mickey Mouse and Spider-Man.
Akira Toriyama's gift to the world