YOKOHAMA -- No matter how many years have gone by and how many young talents have appeared, one fact has not changed a bit since 14 years ago: swingman Takehiko Orimo can shoot a basketball better than any one in Japan.
Takehiko Orimo, a veteran of the JBL and national team, is known as the best shooter in Japan.
KAZ NAGATSUKA PHOTOOrimo, now 36, has not been an everyday starter for JBL Super League powerhouse Toyota Alvark the last couple of seasons like he once was. He alternates now between starting and coming off the bench, depending on the opponent and situations of his team.