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FC RYUKYU

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BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Jun 27, 2018
Point guard Narito Namizato rejoins Golden Kings
Veteran playmaker Narito Namizato is returning to the Ryukyu Golden Kings after plying his craft the past three seasons in Kansai.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
May 20, 2018
Jets, Alvark advance to B. League Championship final
The Chiba Jets Funabashi were tough on defense, applying additional pressure at key moments in the fourth quarter.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
May 19, 2018
Alvark edge SeaHorses in overtime in Game 1 of playoff semifinal series
The SeaHorses Mikawa dominated the first three quarters of Saturday's series opener against the visiting Alvark Tokyo.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
May 17, 2018
Final four set to clash
And now it's down to four teams still chasing after the B. League Championship crown.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
May 10, 2018
Mikawa favored for title as playoffs start with eight teams
Finally, after a regular season that occupied parts of nine months — starting in the final week of September — the focus now shifts to the B. League Championship.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
May 7, 2018
Brex eye back-to-back titles as B. League gears up for playoffs
The Tochigi Brex captured the inaugural B. League title last year, and needless to say they are the only team that has the chance to repeat as champions.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
May 6, 2018
Chiba triumphs over Ryukyu, claims East Division crown
It all started with a logical offensive strategy: get the ball to the big guys inside.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Apr 21, 2018
Golden Kings whip SeaHorses in clash of title-chasing titans
Takatoshi Furukawa scored 11 of his team-high 18 points in the second half and four teammates also reached double figures in points as the Ryukyu Golden Kings outplayed the host SeaHorses Mikawa, winning 82-70 on Saturday afternoon.
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BASKETBALL / B. League / HOOP SCOOP
Mar 29, 2018
B. League in need of draft shake-up
Every new sports league encounters challenges related to its competitive structure.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Mar 2, 2018
Hassan Martin ignites Golden Kings in fourth-quarter surge against Evessa
The Ryukyu Golden Kings relied on steady forward Hassan Martin in a big way down the stretch on Friday night.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Jan 25, 2018
Toyama bouncing back from dismal season
Looking at where they are projected to finish this season, several squads can be described as turnaround teams.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Jan 19, 2018
Golden Kings outclass Evessa
The Ryukyu Golden Kings' potent inside-outside scoring attack worked effectively in a runaway victory over the host Osaka Evessa on Friday night.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Jan 18, 2018
Clubs get back to business after All-Star Game
After the exciting national spotlight of the second annual B. League All-Star Game, it's back to business for the 36 teams that comprise the first and second divisions.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Jan 2, 2018
Golden Kings control fourth quarter to secure victory over Susanoo Magic
The Ryukyu Golden Kings outclassed the visiting Shimane Susanoo Magic in the fourth quarter of Tuesday's series finale.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Dec 9, 2017
Brave Thunders avenge loss to rival SeaHorses
After a high-scoring loss on Friday night, the Kawasaki Brave Thunders regrouped and salvaged a series split the next day.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Dec 8, 2017
Nagoya's Justin Burrell provides clutch performance at free-throw line in OT victory over Hokkaido
Justin Burrell displayed poise time after time at the free-throw line on Friday night.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Dec 7, 2017
Rookie standout Hassan Martin says defensive focus fuels Ryukyu's success
The retooled Ryukyu Golden Kings have reshaped their team with a savvy formula that combines speed, finesse and power and the vital contributions of newcomers.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Dec 3, 2017
Golden Kings ease to victory over B-Corsairs
The Ryukyu Golden Kings put points on the board in a hurry on Sunday afternoon.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Oct 27, 2017
Crisp offensive execution, tight defense propel Jets past Golden Kings
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