The Akita Northern Happinets will face Levanga Hokkaido on March 13. This match is part of the B.LEAGUE 2018-19 Season, Round 27. The Akita Northern Happinets currently lead the season series with two wins and one loss, having secured a victory in an overtime match during their first encounter in December. However, Levanga Hokkaido is a formidable team that combines young talent with experienced veterans, making every matchup a tough challenge. Notably, Takehiko Orimo, one of Japan's top three-point shooters, recently achieved the milestone of 10,000 career points in the domestic top league, posing a significant threat to Akita's defense. Containing his scoring ability will be crucial for the game. Additionally, Kohei Sekino, who attended Tokai University alongside Akita's Takuya Nakayama, is also emerging as a key player in his second professional year. Furthermore, Yoshihiro Matsushima is known for his defensive skills and has been actively contributing to the offense, proving to be indispensable for Hokkaido this season. The Akita Northern Happinets aim for victory with the support of their home crowd at the arena.