The Alvark Tokyo secured a hard-fought 78-71 home win against the Saga Ballooners in B1 League play on February 14, 2026. Tokyo's defensive discipline in the final quarter was the key as they pulled away from a determined Saga side to claim an important victory and maintain pressure on the league leaders. The Ballooners, known for their gritty play, matched Alvark's intensity for three quarters, with the score knotted at 60 entering the final period. Tokyo then turned up their defensive pressure, holding Saga to just 11 points in the fourth quarter. The reigning champions' experience was evident as they executed their sets flawlessly down the stretch, getting timely baskets from their All-Star forward. While not their most explosive offensive performance, the match result demonstrated Alvark Tokyo's ability to win ugly and collect crucial points as they pursue another championship.