Dwight Ramos and Utsunomiya Brex Dominate Japan B.LEAGUE Final Week in Manila Game 1 Watch Party

By Val Macanas

MANILA, Philippines – The love for the game comes out naturally from Filipino basketball fans. It was shown on May 24 at the Gateway Mall 2 -UGB Quantum Skyview during the the Japan B.LEAGUE Final Week in Manila 2025 Game 1 free watch party.

The fans of Levanga Hokaido star Dwight Ramos went to the event, hoping to see Dwight in person and watch the eagerly anticipated championship match between Ryuku Golden Kings and Utsonomiya Brex, turning it into a colorful show of enthusiasm.

Dwight Ramos captivated the audience with his presence while posing for pictures with the fans. During the game, he also provided commentary, thrilling the audience with his perceptive observations.   

Filipino basketball aficionados were treated to a free public viewing party to witness Utsunomiya Brex and Ryukyu Golden Kings square off live from the Yokohama Arena in Japan. The fans cheered their hearts out for their favorite teams respectively. Game 1 was dominated by the Utsunomiya Brex, with an 81-68 victory over the Ryukyu Golden Kings. It was a master-class both on offense and on defense.

Utsunomiya's excellent field goal shooting was on full display with an impressive 16 three-pointers. Several key players contributed heavily. The Brex's brilliance on the defensive end also kept the Golden Kings on their toes throughout the match, which limited the latter team’s scoring opportunities.

Game 2 was a different a story. Ryuku Golden Kings stepped up big time to force a winner take all game 3. Dwight Ramos was indeed right in his prediction that there will be a third game.

The B.LEAGUE Final Week in Manila 2025 is made possible with the enthusiastic support of Cignal, the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines, the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP).