Japan’s Warm-Up Game Against New Zealand to be Missed
As the World Cup looms closer, the Japanese Men’s Basketball Team has devoted itself to intense preparations, commencing a training camp on July 29th. Yuta Watanabe of the Phoenix Suns has finally joined the team for this crucial period.
Speaking in an interview, Watanabe shared his thoughts on the current team dynamics. “I may be new here and there’s a lot for me to learn, but I am eagerly anticipating what lies ahead. Having spent five years in the NBA, I understand there are moments of enjoyment amidst such preparations. I’ve had productive workouts in the past two days,” he revealed.
Moreover, Watanabe opened up about his physical condition and narrated an incident that showcased his unwavering determination. “Head Coach Tom Horvath advised me not to exert myself excessively, but in the end, I pushed myself to the limit during practice. While I have not reached that point yet, once I start, I find it difficult to strike a balance,” he admitted.
An international warm-up match against New Zealand was scheduled on August 2 and 4. On July 28, Watanabe took to Twitter to inform his followers that he had joined the national team. He expressed his regret, saying, “First and foremost, I sincerely apologize, but I will not be participating in some warm-up games. Please understand that this decision is not reflective of any shortcomings, but rather a means to ensure I am in optimal condition by August 25.” Confirming Watanabe’s absence, Coach Tom Horvath stated firmly, “He will not be playing against New Zealand.”
While fans may be disappointed that Watanabe will not be part of the upcoming warm-up match, he offered reassurance, saying, “I have always felt that Japanese customs were more relaxed, but now I can fully focus without any concerns. Instead, I need to synchronize with the team and everyone is filled with determination. I am confident that the current squad, which Watanabe praised for their intense training, will undoubtedly deliver a performance that sets the stage for the main event.”
Japan to miss warm-up game against New Zealand
With less than a month until the World Cup, the Japanese Men’s Basketball Team, which has been strengthening its efforts, started a training camp just before the World Cup on July 29th. And Yuta Watanabe of the Suns finally joined us from this training camp.
Watanabe, who responded to the interview, commented on the current atmosphere of the team. “I myself have just joined the team and there are many things I have to learn, but I am looking forward to the future. I’ve been doing the same thing for five years in the NBA, so I know there are people who enjoy themselves at times like this. I’ve had a good workout over the last two days.”
In addition, he also talked about his condition and showed an episode that showed his reluctance to lose. “(Head coach Tom Horvath) told me not to fly too fast, but in the end I went all (practice). I haven’t taken it to that point, but when I started doing it, I did. I think I have to be careful about that balance.”
An international warm-up match against New Zealand will be held on August 2 and 4. Watanabe updated his Twitter on July 28, reporting that he had joined the members of the national team, and said, “First of all, I would like to apologize, but there are some warm-up games that I will not take part in. I hope you understand that this is not a judgement, and that everything is in order to be in perfect condition on August 25.” And the commander, Tom Horvath, said, “He will not play against New Zealand,” and made it clear that Watanabe would be absent.
It will be a shame for the fans that Watanabe will not take part in the next warm-up match. However, “I always felt that Japanese customs were lax, but now I don’t have to worry about that at all. Instead, I’m not finished, so I have to match, and everyone is full of tension. I am sure that the current members, who have practiced with such intensity that Watanabe praised, will surely show a performance that will lead to the actual performance.
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