Hinotori Nippon, playing in the preliminary round in the Philippines, went 7-0 to open the 16-nation tournament.
Coach Atsushi Ono’s club extended its winning streak to eight with a pair of stellar performances against the visiting Gunma Crane Thunders.
The Jets displayed poise and made key shots down the stretch in Game 3 to earn their elusive championship.
The Brex played better in all facets of the game and bounced back from a blowout loss to the Jets.
“I think the fact that the players continued to work hard for 40 minutes led to the victory. However, if we don't win one more, today's...
The Jets (29-9) are once again in the title hunt and sit in second place in the East Division, only trailing the Utsunomiya Brex (30-7).
Balanced scoring carried the Chiba Jets Funabashi to a comprehensive victory over the Nagoya Diamond Dolphins in their weekend finale of the B. League's Week...
