The Yokohama B-Corsairs faced a 58-43 deficit at halftime in Friday's series opener against the Toyama Grouses.
They dominated the third quarter, pulling in front by three points entering the final stanza.
The fourth quarter, ultimately, came down to free throws. The Grouses sank 10 of 16; the B-Corsairs made 1 of 4.
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