Japan. B League. Division 2 Predictions, Matches & Live Chats
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About the league
The Japan B. League Division 2 is the second-tier professional basketball league in Japan. Established in 2016, it was previously known as the National Basketball League (NBL) and the Japan Basketball League (JBL). The league features 14 teams competing in a home-and-away format, with the top teams earning promotion to the B.League Division 1. Top teams in the league include Kagawa Five Arrows, Kumamoto Volters, and Gunma Crane Thunders. The competition format consists of a regular season, followed by playoffs to determine the champion. Notable achievements include the league's growth in popularity, with increasing attendance and viewership. The league also serves as a development platform for Japanese basketball players, with several athletes going on to represent the national team. As a niche league, the Japan B. League Division 2 has a dedicated fan base in Japan, with games broadcast on local television and streamed online.