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We’re just getting started, and there’s never been a better time to follow the game in Japan.

Japan has announced its training camp roster ahead of the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup.
With stars like Rui Hachimura, Yuta Watanabe, and Yuki Kawamura absent, this year’s team will be relying on younger, less experienced talent to carry the torch.

It’s a frustrating but familiar challenge for Akatsuki Japan: assembling the best lineup is never easy. Still, this is a chance for the next generation to prove themselves — under pressure, under the spotlight.

Standing 6'10" with a smooth lefty stroke and defensive versatility, Akira Jacobs is emerging as a key piece in Japan’s future.
Born in 2004, Jacobs spent two years at the University of Hawaii and recently transferred to Fordham University in New York.

He brings international size, energy, and confidence to a team that needs fresh firepower.
Expect to see his role grow rapidly throughout this tournament cycle.

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