May 10, 2013 | The Japan Times
Defending champion Ryukyu big favorite against Kyoto
Eraser: Shimane's Jeral Davis the league's top shot blocker the past three seasons, will be counted on to slow down the Rizing Fukuoka's high-powered offense this weekend.
The Oita HeatDevils jumped out to a 35-10 lead after one quarter and held off the visiting Kyoto Hannaryz's ferocious comeback on Friday night in the bj-league. Kyoto outscored Oita in each of the next three quarters, but dropped a 91-88 decision to fall to 0-3 on the season.
Golden Kings set up final rematch
Superior teamwork and execution carried the Ryukyu Golden Kings to the Western Conference title and the best regular-season record among the bj-league's 19 teams.