Tokyo Sunrockers vs Chiba: match preview on 26 September 2026

Chiba secure back-to-back victory

Chiba defeated the Tokyo Sunrockers 97-92 in a B League encounter that concluded on 25 September 2026. Chiba took control from the opening tip-off, navigating an away fixture against a host side that had not recorded a win in their most recent outing. The result marked the second meeting between the two clubs in as many days, with Chiba claiming a five-point margin of victory.

In those five games leading up to this contest, Chiba secured three wins and suffered two defeats, scoring a total of 421 points while conceding 423. Their performance included victories against the Gunma Crane Thunders at home, where they posted scores of 72-68 and 85-79, alongside away wins against Altiri Chiba of 96-87 and 98-81.

The team averaged 29.33 made field goals from 65.33 attempts and connected on 9.67 three-pointers from 31.33 attempts. The squad maintained control of the ball with an average of 22 assists and 5.83 steals, despite committing 12.17 turnovers.

The victory contributes to their standing amidst a mixed run of results, which also saw them lose to Nagasaki in consecutive away fixtures earlier in May.