Hachimura Shines as Japan Crushes Qatar in Asian Cup Qualifiers
Rui Hachimura scored 30 points as Japan routed Qatar 123-70 in a 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifier in Tokyo. The victory consolidates Japan's strong position in the group stages.
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Rui Hachimura scored 30 points as Japan routed Qatar 123-70 in a 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifier in Tokyo. The victory consolidates Japan's strong position in the group stages.
Rui Hachimura scored 29 points to lead Japan to a 106-78 victory over Saudi Arabia in the opening Group F match of the 2027 Asian World Cup qualifiers. The win gives Japan a strong start in their qualifying campaign.
Rui Hachimura, the longest-serving Japanese player in the NBA, has said he wants to end his career with Toyama, his hometown club. The 28-year-old is set to join the Los Angeles Clippers but hopes to return to Japan for his final seasons.
NBA star Rui Hachimura has been called up to Japan's men's basketball team for the second round of the Asian qualifiers for the 2027 FIBA World Cup. The Japan Basketball Association announced the move on Monday, marking his return after a break due to scheduling conflicts.
Rui Hachimura has expressed his desire to return to the Japanese national basketball team after a period of absence caused by disagreements with team management following the Paris 2024 Olympics. The 27-year-old NBA star, who plays for the Los Angeles Clippers, says he is ready to open a new chapter with the national team.