The Shiga Lakestars have staged their own October surprise.
But there's nothing political about it; it's all about winning.
The Lakestars, 6-2 after a series sweep against the Osaka Evessa last weekend, have put themselves in position to be a formidable playoff contender in their second season in the bj-league.
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