Thirdy Ravena makes successful Japan B.League debut with NeoPhoenix

Thirdy Ravena made a successful debut in the Japanese B.League, scoring 13 points to help his San-En NeoPhoenix win, 83-82 on Saturday.

Ravena played 21:44 and also chipped in 2 rebounds and 2 assists in only the 2nd win for NeoPhoenix, edging out the Shimane Susando Magic.

The club improved to 2-9 in their group with the victory, setting up perhaps a more optimistic immediate future for their campaign.

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Ravena started the game and impressed right away, converting on a two-handed slam dunk off a baseline drive which caught the attention of even the opponent’s bench.

The former Ateneo Blue Eagle star was reinserted for several key moments of the game.

In the 4th period, the 6-2 wing man scored key buckets to give San-En enough cushion which they protected towards the end of the game.