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BASKETBALL / B. League
Nov 11, 2018

Alvark stick to game plan to beat Brave Thunders

Successful coaches aren't always obsessed with changing their game plan.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Nov 6, 2018

Bob Nash pilots Fukuoka to first victory, believes team headed in right direction

It's too early to determine if the Rizing Zephyr Fukuoka's Saturday victory will have a profound impact on their performance this season.
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MORE SPORTS
Nov 5, 2018

Boxer Floyd Mayweather joins RIZIN

Floyd Mayweather has won world titles in five different weight classes and is 50-0 in an unparalleled boxing career, but the American could be set for a stunning detour into the world of mixed martial arts after signing with Japanese promoters RIZIN Fighting Federation.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Oct 20, 2018

Northern Happinets earn dramatic victory over Rizing Zephyr

The level of drama in some games pales in comparison to what occurs in other contests.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Oct 19, 2018

Thunder Girls dancer Kei Hirata imparts cheerleading knowledge to Akita students

Before the Oklahoma City Thunder opened their 2018-19 NBA season, cheerleader Kei Hirata returned to Japan for a short vacation. The trip, of course, gave her a chance to visit family and friends.
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BUSINESS
Oct 16, 2018

Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen dies of cancer at 65: family

Microsoft Corp. co-founder Paul Allen, the man who persuaded school-friend Bill Gates to drop out of Harvard to start what became the world's biggest software company, died on Monday at the age of 65, his family said.
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LIFE / Digital / ON: TECH
Oct 14, 2018

Ugrading home entertainment

Summer's over, it's time for more home activities — gaming, movies, music, even practicing sports in the yard. Here's a few gadgets to help you enjoy your 'me-time.'
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BUSINESS
Oct 14, 2018

Japanese tech CEO behind popular 'Monster Strike' in search of new hit

Five years ago, Koki Kimura pulled off an unthinkable turnaround to save his company. Now, he's trying to do it again.
Japan Times
PARALYMPICS
Oct 11, 2018

Japan hopes to spread word about wheelchair rugby in 2020

With Tokyo playing host to the next Paralympic Games in 2020, the members of Japan's wheelchair rugby team, the reigning world champion, know they're in a unique position to promote the fast-paced, hard-hitting sport.
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ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 9, 2018

Students hoping to see friends as they return to school in quake-hit Indonesian city

Children in the Indonesian city of Palu began returning to school on Monday to tidy up their classrooms and hopefully see their friends 10 days after a major earthquake and tsunami struck.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Oct 7, 2018

Grouses fly high as B. League's opening round concludes

In a 40-minute game, topping the century mark in points often requires a team to be in sync on offense.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Oct 6, 2018

Alvark usher in new season with narrow victory over Sunrockers

The defending B. League champion Alvark Tokyo opened their new season with a down-to-the-wire victory over the Sunrockers Shibuya on Saturday afternoon in Tachikawa.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Oct 4, 2018

Brave Thunders pull away from Jets in B. League opener

A tight game turned into a lopsided affair — at least for a key stretch of time — in the fourth quarter.
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BUSINESS
Oct 2, 2018

Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen treated again for cancer

Microsoft Corp. co-founder Paul Allen said on Monday he had started treatment for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, the same type of cancer he overcame nine years ago.
BASKETBALL / NBA
Sep 27, 2018

Former NBA coach Jack McKinney dies at 83

Jack McKinney, who coached the Indiana Pacers for four seasons in the 1980s, died Tuesday at 83 years old, Saint Joseph's University announced.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / NBA
Sep 25, 2018

Yuta Watanabe set to start camp with Grizzlies

Before training camps get underway, NBA teams held media day on Monday, providing ample interview and photo opportunities.
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.
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BASKETBALL / NBA
Aug 31, 2018

Warriors' West retires after 15 seasons

Golden State Warriors forward David West announced his retirement on Thursday, one day after celebrating his 38th birthday.

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