Yuta Watanabe
Japan/SF/
JapanPlayer Info
Yuta Watanabe is a Japanese forward who has become a fan favorite in the NBA for his hustle, defensive effort, and three-point shooting, now playing for the Chiba Jets in his home country. Born in Kagawa, Japan, on October 13, 1994, Watanabe played college basketball at George Washington University before signing with the Memphis Grizzlies as an undrafted free agent. The 6'9" wing, known for wearing number 1, earned his NBA stripes with the Toronto Raptors and Brooklyn Nets by being an elite hustle player and corner-three specialist. His journey back to the B.League with Chiba marks a homecoming for one of Japan's most successful basketball exports. At 31, Watanabe's game is defined by high intelligence, relentless activity, and a team-first attitude, making him a cornerstone for the Jets and a national icon.
Overview
Honors
Key Stats
Glossary
FIBA World Cup 2023Group Stage
GP
5
MPG
34.6
PPG
14.8
2PM%
59%
3PM%
25%
REB
6.2
AST
1
STL
0.6
BLK
1.8
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
More
Statistics
FIBA World Cup 2023Group Stage
Per Game Statistics
Games Played
5
Games Started
3
Minutes
34.6
Points
14.8
Rebound
6.2
Assist
1
Block
1.8
Steal
0.6
Field Goal %
42%
3-Point Field Goal %
25%
Free Throw %
75%
Offensive Rebound
0
Defensive Rebound
6.2
Turnovers
2
Assists/Turnovers
0.5
Personal Fouls
2
Total Data
Points
74
Rebound
31
Assist
5
Block
9
Steal
3
Field Goal %
42%
3-Point Field Goal %
25%
Free Throw %
75%
Offensive Rebound
0
Defensive Rebound
31
Turnovers
10
Personal Fouls
10