Toy. Antelopes 57, at Denso Iris 41

KARIYA, Japan (Interstat) — Amaka Okonkwo recorded 15 rebounds and 10 points to anchor a dominant defensive performance as the Toyama Antelopes defeated the Denso Iris 57-41 on Sunday to even their women’s professional basketball playoff series. The playoff game, Game 2 of the series organized by the Japan league, was a reversal from Saturday’s opener. The Antelopes improved to 24-7 this season, while Denso Iris fell to 21-12. Mai Yamamoto led all scorers with 22 points for the Antelopes. Maki Takada scored 12 points for the home team. The series is now tied 1-1. Read more...