The Nagasaki Velca returned to winning ways with a dominant 98-74 home victory over the Hiroshima Dragonflies on February 1, 2026. Nagasaki's offense was in full flow, overwhelming Hiroshima to secure a comfortable win and bounce back from their prior loss. The Velca shot the ball exceptionally well, building a large halftime lead and never allowing the Dragonflies to get within striking distance in the second half. Key to the blowout was Nagasaki's three-point shooting and their ability to force turnovers that led to easy fast-break points. This high-scoring win helped Nagasaki maintain a strong position in the league standings. The Velca coach was pleased with the offensive rhythm, while the Hiroshima manager acknowledged his team was outplayed in all phases. Nagasaki's starting backcourt was instrumental in building the early advantage.