KARIYA, Japan (Interstat) — Maki Takada scored 26 points to lead Denso Iris to a 75-66 victory over the Toyama Antelopes on Saturday in Game 1 of their women’s professional basketball playoff series.

The home team took control early and never trailed, capitalizing on a balanced attack. Ami Kimura added 13 assists and 10 points for Denso Iris, while Sokhna Sylla contributed 14 points and three blocks.

Toyama’s Amaka Okonkwo grabbed a game-high 19 rebounds to go with 13 points, and Mai Yamamoto led the Antelopes with 17 points. The Antelopes, however, could not overcome a poor shooting performance.

Denso Iris improved to 21-11. Toyama fell to 23-7. The series continues Sunday in Kariya.