Takumi Ishizaki brings a poised, cerebral presence to the court, and his arrival symbolizes a new era in Okinawa.
The veteran floor leader's steady, polished game can boost any B. League team's backcourt.
Which is what the combo guard will be expected to do for the retooled Ryukyu Golden Kings this season under new bench boss Norio Sassa, who replaced departed coach Tsutomu Isa.
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