Yudai Baba
Nagasaki Velca/SF/
JapanPlayer Info
Yudai Baba is a dynamic small forward for Nagasaki Velca, whose athleticism and defensive versatility have made him a notable figure in Japanese basketball and beyond. The 30-year-old from Toyama began his career in Japan before embarking on a significant stint overseas, including time in the NBA G League and Australia's NBL, which honed his physical style of play. He returned to Japan to join the Nagasaki Velca, bringing international experience to the B.League. Wearing number 18, Baba is known for explosive drives to the basket, tenacious defense, and highlight-reel dunks. His career highlights include representing the Japanese national team in FIBA World Cup and Asian Cup competitions. While team honors at the club level are still a pursuit, his individual recognition includes being named to All-Defensive team considerations. Baba is nicknamed "The Jet" for his speed and leaping ability. In summary, Yudai Baba is a high-flying wing whose two-way play energizes his team and makes him one of the most exciting Japanese players to watch.
Overview
Honors
Key Stats
Glossary
B1 2025-2026Regular Season
GP
60
MPG
27.83
PPG
12.25
2PM%
63%
3PM%
39%
REB
3.92
AST
3.15
STL
1.7
BLK
0.45
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
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Statistics
B1 2025-2026Regular Season
Per Game Statistics
Games Played
60
Games Started
60
Minutes
27.83
Points
12.25
Rebound
3.92
Assist
3.15
Block
0.45
Steal
1.7
Field Goal %
51%
3-Point Field Goal %
39%
Free Throw %
81%
Offensive Rebound
1.28
Defensive Rebound
2.63
Turnovers
1.65
Assists/Turnovers
1.9
Personal Fouls
2.35
Total Data
Points
735
Rebound
235
Assist
189
Block
27
Steal
102
Field Goal %
51%
3-Point Field Goal %
39%
Free Throw %
81%
Offensive Rebound
77
Defensive Rebound
158
Turnovers
99
Personal Fouls
141