Tachikawa Dice Hold Off Tokyo Hachioji Trains 85-79

Tachikawa Dice protected home court with an 85-79 victory over Tokyo Hachioji Trains in B2 League action on October 18, 2026. The game was tied after three quarters, but Tachikawa produced the stronger finish, using a fourth-quarter run and timely free-throw shooting to secure the win.

Tokyo Hachioji stayed within striking distance throughout and briefly led in the final period, but the Dice's inside scoring and composure in the closing minutes proved decisive. The result gives Tachikawa an important early-season home win and leaves the Trains ruing missed opportunities down the stretch.

Match Overview

Tachikawa started well, taking a 22-18 lead after the first quarter. Tokyo Hachioji responded by winning the second period 21-20, leaving the Dice with a 42-39 halftime advantage. The Trains then outscored Tachikawa 22-19 in the third to level the score at 61-61 heading into the final quarter.

• Q1: Tachikawa 22-18
• Q2: Tachikawa 20-21
• Q3: Tachikawa 19-22
• Q4: Tachikawa 24-18
• Final: Tachikawa Dice 85, Tokyo Hachioji Trains 79

The fourth quarter was the difference. Tachikawa scored 24 points in the final ten minutes, while Tokyo Hachioji managed just 18. The Dice's ability to get to the rim and draw fouls allowed them to close the game out.

Key Moments

With the score tied at 64-64 early in the fourth quarter, Tachikawa launched a decisive 9-0 run. Guard Ren Takahashi hit a pull-up jumper, forward Daichi Kobayashi scored twice inside, and the Dice added a transition basket to take a 73-64 lead.

Tokyo Hachioji did not fold. The Trains cut the deficit to 77-74 with under two minutes remaining, but Tachikawa answered with four straight free throws. A late turnover ended Tokyo's comeback hopes, and the Dice sealed the win at the line.

Tactical Story

Tachikawa's paint presence was the foundation of the win. The Dice scored 42 points inside and attempted 25 free throws, compared with 16 for Tokyo Hachioji. Their ability to attack the basket forced the Trains into foul trouble and created open looks for shooters when the defense collapsed.

Tokyo Hachioji relied heavily on the three-point shot but struggled from beyond the arc, making just eight of 31 attempts. The Trains stayed in the game through offensive rebounding and second-chance points, but their cold shooting in the fourth quarter proved costly. Tachikawa also did a better job of controlling the defensive glass late, limiting Tokyo's extra possessions.

Standout Players

Ren Takahashi led Tachikawa with 23 points and five assists, scoring key baskets in both the third and fourth quarters. Daichi Kobayashi added 18 points and 10 rebounds, while center Shota Kimura contributed 12 points and eight rebounds. The Dice's balanced attack made it difficult for Tokyo to key in on one scorer.

For Tokyo Hachioji, Kenta Miyazaki finished with 21 points and kept the Trains in contention with several tough shots. Import forward Elijah Brown added 16 points and 11 rebounds, while guard Ryota Sano chipped in 13 points. Tokyo's effort was strong, but late execution let them down.

What the Result Means

The win gives Tachikawa a confidence-boosting home result and valuable momentum in the B2 League standings. The Dice showed they can win a close game with defense and free-throw shooting, two areas that often decide tight contests. Tokyo Hachioji, meanwhile, will look back at the fourth quarter as a missed opportunity, particularly after tying the game through three periods.

The Trains need more consistency from the perimeter and better late-game shot selection. Tachikawa will aim to build on the victory as the season progresses.