Toyama Grouses vs Akita Northern Happinets, B. League, Japan 2025-26, Today Match Prediction
Toyama Grouses
Akita Northern Happinets
Will Toyama outplay Akita?
- Toyama Grouses has a 55% win rate against Akita Northern Happinets.
- Toyama Grouses average 81.6 points at home while playing against Akita Northern Happinets.
- In the last five matches, Akita Northern Happinets has lost all five matches.
Toyama Grouses to win and cover the spread (-7.5).
| Tournament: | B. League, Japan 2025-26 |
| Live Streaming: | Courtside 1891 |
| Venue: | Toyama City Gymnasium |
| Tip Off: | 10:35:00 |
Toyama Grouses vs Akita Northern Happinets Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.26 | 3.45 |
Toyama Grouses vs Akita Northern Happinets Match Prediction & Analysis
Toyama enters Sunday’s rematch with momentum after controlling the opener from start to finish. Their defense, rebounding, and ability to dictate tempo give them a clear edge. Akita must improve their start and find more offensive consistency to avoid another uphill battle. Expect a more competitive contest, but Toyama remains favored at home.
Akita Northern Happinets is currently 13th in the Eastern Conference of the B1 League with a 10-46 record, while Toyama Grouses is 13th in the Western Conference with a 14-42 record.
In their last five head-to-head matchups, Toyama Grouses has won one match, while Akita Northern Happinets has won four matches. However, Toyama is currently riding a one game winning streak against Akita.
Toyama Grouses vs Akita Northern Happinets Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brock Motum | 16.8 | 5.7 | 2.9 | 1.1/0.4 |
| Yanni Wetzell | 16.0 | 8.5 | 2.8 | 0.9/0.7 |
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Toyama Grouses delivered one of their most disciplined performances of the season, beating Akita Northern Happinets 82-72 at home. They set the tone immediately, racing to a 21-10 first quarter lead and forcing Akita to play from behind all night.
Brock Motum led Toyama with 21 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 1 block, while Yuzo Okada added (18 pts), George Earl Trey Kell III (15 pts) and Yannis Morin (10 pts), providing consistent scoring support.
Offensively, Toyama shot a balanced 42.6% from the field, 28.6% from the perimeter and 88.9% from the free throw line. Defensively, they controlled the boards 42-37, recorded 6 key steals and forced Akita to commit 13 turnovers, proving crucial down the stretch.
Overall, the team averages 81 points per game, while dishing out 19.4 assists. Defensively, they record 39.7 rebounds, but allow opponents to score 88.7 points per game.
Akita Northern Happinets Preview
sluggish start in their 82-72 loss to Toyama Grouses. They fell behind 21-10 after the first quarter, and that early deficit proved too steep to overcome.
Yori Lwaya led the scoring with 18 points and Yanni Wetzell added15 points and 5 assists. Kanji Takhira and Keanu Pinder added 11 points apiece, but their efforts weren’t enough against an efficient Toyama side.
Offensively, Akita just shot 41.9% from the field, including 32.3% from beyond the arc and struggled with 47.6% from the free throw line. Defensively, they got outrebounded 42-37 on the boards, giving away second chance opportunities and committed 13 key turnovers.
Overall, the team averages 73.3 points per game, while dishing out 19 assists. Defensively, they record 34.9 rebounds, but allow opponents to score 85.4 points per game.
Toyama Grouses vs Akita Northern Happinets Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Yuzo Okada |
| SG | George Earl Trey Kell III |
| SF | Kazuki Miyamoto |
| PF | Brock Motum |
| C | Yannis Morin |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Yori Lwaya |
| SG | Kanji Takhira |
| SF | Keanu Pinder |
| PF | Andelo Chol |
| C | Yanni Wetzell |
TOYAMA GROUSES vs AKITA NORTHERN HAPPINETS
Winning PredictionToyama Grouses are in the stronger position heading into the rematch. Their defensive discipline, rebounding, and home-court advantage should once again prove decisive. Akita will likely be more competitive, but unless they start faster and shoot more efficiently, Toyama should control the game. We are backing the Toyama Grouses to win this matchup.
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