JapanJurai Yamamoto: Japan’s Young Tower at Center
Standing 199 cm tall and still only 16 years old, Jurai Yamamoto is a center prospect with intriguing length and potential. Born on July 17, 2009, he wears number 5 and already possesses the frame to anchor the paint at the youth level. His combination of size and age makes him a player to watch in Japan’s frontcourt pipeline.
Yamamoto’s game revolves around rim protection and rebounding. At 199 cm, he has a natural advantage against most opponents his age, but what stands out is his willingness to battle for position and contest shots without fouling. Offensively, he shows soft hands around the basket and has shown flashes of a short hook shot. Developing a reliable mid-range jumper will be key to his future evolution.
While many young big men rely solely on height, Yamamoto appears to be working on mobility. His footwork in pick-and-roll defense is a work in progress, but his lateral quickness is decent for a player his size. Japanese basketball historically values skilled bigs, and Yamamoto’s progress through the national youth system could see him emerge as a future starter for the senior team.
With his 16th birthday in July, Yamamoto is still two years away from adulthood. If he adds even a few more centimeters and continues to refine his post game, he could become a dominant interior presence in Japanese basketball.
Jurai Yamamoto Stats & Career Record
Jurai Yamamoto Overview
Jurai Yamamoto plays for their club and represents Japan at international level. The player has featured in 27 matches this season, scoring 567 points and providing 54 assists across all competitions.
With 918 minutes played, Jurai Yamamoto remains an important member of the squad and continues to contribute in league, cup and international fixtures. On Tiger Scores 365, fans can follow Jurai Yamamoto statistics, Jurai Yamamoto matches and career records updated throughout the season.
Current Season Statistics
During the current campaign, Jurai Yamamoto has recorded:
• 27 appearances
• 567 points
• 54 assists
• 918 minutes played
The player averages 21 points per match and continues to influence results for. Tiger Scores 365 provides updated basketball statistics and season performance data for players competing across major leagues and tournaments.
Recent Form
Recent performances highlight the current form of Jurai Yamamoto. Across the last 27 appearances, the player has recorded 567 points and 54 assists while contributing to 's results.
Current form indicators suggest a period of performance, with match ratings and player statistics updated after every completed fixture on Tiger Scores 365.
Career Statistics and Record
Across multiple professional seasons, Jurai Yamamoto has accumulated 27 appearances, 567 points and 54 assists in domestic leagues, cup competitions and international tournaments.
Career statistics help track long-term performance, consistency and development throughout a player's basketball journey. Explore historical records, season-by-season statistics and competition data for Jurai Yamamoto on Tiger Scores 365.