Utsunomiya Brex defeated the Shinshu Brave Warriors 87-80 in B1 League action on October 24, 2026, at 14:05. The Brex used a dominant third quarter and a deep scoring effort to secure a home victory. Shinshu made a late push, but Utsunomiya’s composure and rebounding advantage proved too much to overcome.

Match overview

Utsunomiya came out firing, building a 27-20 lead after the first quarter behind aggressive transition play and accurate outside shooting. Shinshu settled in during the second period, using their size inside to cut the deficit. The Brex still managed a 46-40 halftime lead. The third quarter was the turning point, as Utsunomiya outscored Shinshu 22-18 to extend their advantage to 68-58. Shinshu made a late run in the fourth, but the Brex answered with timely baskets and free throws.

Key moments

• Utsunomiya opened the second half with a 10-2 run, capped by a fast-break dunk from Haruto Kobayashi.
• Shinshu cut the lead to 78-74 with three minutes remaining after a three-pointer from Kenta Hirose.
• Jarrell Martin responded with an and-one layup to push the lead back to seven.
• Utsunomiya hit 7-of-8 free throws in the final two minutes to close out the win.

Tactical story

Utsunomiya’s depth and pace were the defining factors. The Brex generated 18 fast-break points and shot 12-for-31 from three-point range, stretching Shinshu’s defense. Shinshu won the rebounding battle slightly but committed 16 turnovers, which Utsunomiya converted into 20 points. The Brex’s ability to switch defensively and contest shots without fouling limited Shinshu’s second-chance opportunities. Utsunomiya’s bench also outscored Shinshu’s reserves 28-16.

Standout performers

Haruto Kobayashi led Utsunomiya with 24 points and 5 assists, controlling the tempo throughout. Jarrell Martin added 19 points and 9 rebounds, while guard Yuki Sato contributed 14 points and 4 steals. For Shinshu, Kenta Hirose scored 21 points, and Wayne Marshall recorded 15 points and 10 rebounds. Shinshu’s late rally was encouraging, but their turnover count proved costly.

B1 League impact

The victory strengthens Utsunomiya’s early-season positioning in the B1 League standings and reinforces their home-court advantage. Shinshu will need to clean up their ball security to compete consistently in a deep B1 League. The result adds another chapter to a growing head-to-head rivalry between two teams with playoff ambitions.