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Yuta Watanabe
Yuta Watanabe
Phoenix Suns
Position: SF
Height: 203 cm
Weight: 98 kg
Age: 29 yo (1994 October 13)
Citizenship: Japanese
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MIN 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS EFF GM
NBA 18:19 35.7%
5/14 		36.7%
22/60 		69.2%
9/13 		2.3
1.7/0.6 		0.6 0.4 0.8 0.4 - 1.6 - 5.3 3.3 16 »

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Last 10 games
Date Opponent MIN 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS PF PTS EFF
12-09
 23 -
0/0 		37.5%
3/8 		-
0/0 		2
2/0 		1 0 0 0 0 9 7
12-03
 15 -
0/0 		50%
1/2 		50%
1/2 		2
1/1 		0 1 2 0 3 4 0
11-30
 15 0%
0/2 		0%
0/3 		50%
1/2 		1
0/1 		0 1 1 2 0 1 -2
11-26
 14 -
0/0 		50%
2/4 		50%
1/2 		0
0/0 		0 0 0 0 1 7 3
11-18
 10 0%
0/1 		50%
1/2 		-
0/0 		2
1/1 		0 0 0 0 1 3 2
11-16
 22 0%
0/2 		25%
1/4 		-
0/0 		2
2/0 		3 0 0 1 1 3 3
11-13
 17 -
0/0 		100%
2/2 		-
0/0 		0
0/0 		2 0 0 0 1 6 7
11-11
 14 0%
0/1 		33.3%
1/3 		-
0/0 		1
0/1 		0 0 0 0 5 3 -4
11-09
 17 -
0/0 		40%
2/5 		-
0/0 		4
4/0 		0 0 3 1 2 6 3
11-05
 20 100%
1/1 		33.3%
1/3 		100%
1/1 		1
1/0 		0 0 2 0 1 6 2
News
Yuta Watanabe takes back his words: 'I'll represent Japan until I die'
2023-09-02
Yuta Watanabe and Japan have a special reason to celebrate. Following their victory in Saturday's game against Cape Verde, Japan has secured a spot in the 2024 Paris Olympics as the best Asian team in the FIBA World Cup 2023.
Yuta Watanabe after crucial win vs Venezuela: 'I'm proud of us'
2023-08-31
Once again, Japan needed a miracle. Once again, they eliminated a huge deficit to get a win. Makoto Hiejima hit multiple clutch three-pointers, Yuki Kawamura played hero minutes, and Yuta Watanabe was the leadership figure behind it all. With the second win of the 2023 FIBA World Cup, Japan is now one win away from qualifying for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
Yuta Watanabe names Japan's strength that sets them apart in World Cup
2023-08-29
Even though Japan lost to Australia in the final game of the First Round of the 2023 FIBA World Cup, the squad comes to the next part of the journey with one significant advantage - they are the only Asian team with a win. Gilas Pilipinas and Lebanon ended the First Round winless, while China, Jordan, and Iran all have two losses in their account before Wednesday's final games.
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2018-2019: Memphis Grizzlies (NBA)
2019-2020: Memphis Grizzlies (NBA)
2020-2021: Toronto Raptors (NBA)
2021-2022: Toronto Raptors (NBA)
2022-2023: Brooklyn Nets (NBA)
2023-2024: Phoenix Suns (NBA)

Career
Season Team
2018-2020
Memphis Grizzlies
2020-2022
Toronto Raptors
2022-2023
Brooklyn Nets
2023-Now
Phoenix Suns
2019
Japan
2021
Japan
2023
Japan

Personal records
NBA
Efficiency 27 2021-12-26
Points 26 2021-12-26
Assists 4 2021-04-18
Steals 5 2023-01-01
Rebounds 13 2021-12-26
Blocks 3 2021-02-01

News
Yuta Watanabe takes back his words: 'I'll represent Japan until I die'
2023-09-02
Yuta Watanabe and Japan have a special reason to celebrate. Following their victory in Saturday's game against Cape Verde, Japan has secured a spot in the 2024 Paris Olympics as the best Asian team in the FIBA World Cup 2023.
Yuta Watanabe after crucial win vs Venezuela: 'I'm proud of us'
2023-08-31
Once again, Japan needed a miracle. Once again, they eliminated a huge deficit to get a win. Makoto Hiejima hit multiple clutch three-pointers, Yuki Kawamura played hero minutes, and Yuta Watanabe was the leadership figure behind it all. With the second win of the 2023 FIBA World Cup, Japan is now one win away from qualifying for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
Yuta Watanabe names Japan's strength that sets them apart in World Cup
2023-08-29
Even though Japan lost to Australia in the final game of the First Round of the 2023 FIBA World Cup, the squad comes to the next part of the journey with one significant advantage - they are the only Asian team with a win. Gilas Pilipinas and Lebanon ended the First Round winless, while China, Jordan, and Iran all have two losses in their account before Wednesday's final games.
Yuta Watanabe admits he battles injury, changes his tune on Okinawa fans
2023-08-28
Phoenix Suns sharpshooter Yuta Watanabe and his Japanese national team eliminated Lauri Markkanen's Finland from FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 title contention on Sunday. Despite facing an 18-point deficit, Japan made an impressive comeback, shattering the direct Paris Olympic Games hopes of the Finnish team.
Yuta Watanabe calls for fair ticket distribution amidst empty seats in Okinawa
2023-08-26
FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 tipped off on Friday across three host nations -- the Philippines, Indonesia, and Japan. Japan was among the teams involved in the action, as the national team welcomed Germany at Okinawa Arena. Despite the game being sold out, Japan's star Yuta Watanabe couldn't help but notice a significant number of empty seats in the gym.
'Japanese way': Dennis Schroder, Mo Wagner praise support in Okinawa
2023-08-25
The only takeaway from the Germany-Japan game is that Japanese support is epic. One of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 host nations didn't stand a chance against the Germans, losing the game 63-81. However, off the court, it was a positive and brilliant experience. And the biggest German basketball stars agreed with such a statement.
Yuta Watanabe considers retiring from NT if Japan fails to qualify for Paris Olympics
2023-08-24
FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 is on the horizon, bringing with it not only the thrill of competition but also the weight of qualification for the 2024 Paris Olympics. This event holds immense significance as all 32 teams, except France, participating are under pressure to secure their spots.
Yuta Watanabe suffers an injury, leaves friendly game vs Angola early
2023-08-15
A friendly game in the SoftBank CUP 2023 Tokyo Tournament between Japan and Angola featured an episode that scared the local basketball fans. Even though Japan won the contest 75-65, the team lost its leader Yuta Watanabe.
Yuta Watanabe signs with Phoenix Suns
2023-07-01
Free agent wing Yuta Watanabe has agreed on a deal with the Phoenix Suns, per Shams Charania of The Athletic. The 28-year-old Japanese brings three-point shooting to complement the Suns' already impressive lineup consisting of Devin Booker, Kevin Durant, and Bradley Beal.
Yuta Watanabe tells what it means to represent Japan with Rui Hachimura
2022-12-04
Brooklyn Nets forward Yuta Watanabe is one of the pleasant NBA surprises this season. He was leading the NBA in 3-point percentage (57.1% 3PT) when he was hurt after a victory over Memphis on Nov. 20.
Nets provide injury update on Yuta Watanabe
2022-12-01
The Brooklyn Nets say Yuta Watanabe will remain out and be reassessed next week because of his strained right hamstring. The Nets announced on Wednesday that MRI results on Watanabe's hamstring were similar to previous results. The Japanese forward was leading the NBA in 3-point percentage (57.1% 3PT) when he was hurt after a victory over Memphis on Nov. 20.
Yuta Watanabe dunks into his own basket, Nets suffer fifth loss in six games
2022-10-30
Brooklyn Nets forward Yuta Watanabe produced two points for his opponents following a putback dunk into his own basket. Meanwhile, the Nets lost to Indiana Pacers at Barclays Center, 116-125. Brooklyn started the 2022-23 season with a 1-5 record. The Nets were leading 25-20 with 1:10 to play in the first quarter when Watanabe's awkward moment happened.
Raptors add Yuta Watanabe, Svi Mykhailiuk to protocol (1)
2022-01-04
The Toronto Raptors placed forwards Yuta Watanabe and Svi Mykhailiuk in the COVID-19 protocol Tuesday. Neither player is available for Tuesday night's contest against the visiting San Antonio Spurs. Watanabe, 27, is averaging 7.6 points and 4.3 rebounds in 14 games (two starts) this season. Mykhailiuk, 24, has played in all 33 games (five starts) and is averaging 6.6 points and 2.5 rebounds. Both ...

NBA

MIN 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS EFF GM
23/24 Phoenix Suns 17:48 35.7%
5/14 		36.7%
22/60 		69.2%
9/13 		2.3
1.7/0.6 		0.6 0.4 0.8 0.4 - 1.6 - 5.3 3.3 16 »
22/23 Brooklyn Nets 15:22 55.7%
54/97 		44.5%
61/137 		69.4%
34/49 		2.4
1.9/0.5 		0.8 0.4 0.4 0.3 - 1.4 - 5.5 5.4 59 »
21/22 Toronto Raptors 10:25 48.4%
31/64 		33.8%
27/80 		60%
24/40 		2.2
1.7/0.4 		0.5 0.3 0.5 0.4 - 0.9 - 4 3.5 42 »
20/21 Toronto Raptors 13:54 47.8%
43/90 		40%
36/90 		82.8%
24/29 		3.2
2.5/0.7 		0.8 0.5 0.4 0.4 - 1.1 - 4.4 5.6 50 »
19/20 Memphis Grizzlies 5:20 46.2%
12/26 		37.5%
3/8 		37.5%
3/8 		1.1
0.7/0.4 		0.3 0.2 0.1 0.1 - 0.5 - 2 1.7 18 »
18/19 Memphis Grizzlies 11:04 37.1%
13/35 		12.5%
2/16 		70%
7/10 		2.1
1.8/0.3 		0.5 0.3 0.4 0.1 - 0.7 - 2.6 1.8 15 »

FIBA Basketball World Cup

MIN 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS EFF GM
2023 Japan 34:36 59.4%
19/32 		25.8%
8/31 		75%
12/16 		6.2
6.2/0 		1 0.6 2 1.8 - 2 - 14.8 14.4 5 »
2019 Japan 32:00 53.5%
23/43 		15.4%
2/13 		92.9%
26/28 		5.6
4.6/1 		1.6 0.8 1.2 0.4 - 1.8 - 15.6 14.4 5 »

Olympic Games

MIN 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS EFF GM
2021 Japan 35:00 51.9%
14/27 		33.3%
5/15 		71.4%
10/14 		8
5.7/2.3 		2 1.7 2.7 1 - 1.7 - 17.7 17 3 »
Seasons:   23/24 | 22/23 | 21/22 | 20/21 | 19/20 | 18/19

Date Team Opponent Score MIN 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS PF PTS EFF
12-09
 106-114 23 -
0/0 		37.5%
3/8 		-
0/0 		2
2/0 		1 0 0 0 0 9 7
12-03
 116-109 15 -
0/0 		50%
1/2 		50%
1/2 		2
1/1 		0 1 2 0 3 4 0
11-30
 112-105 15 0%
0/2 		0%
0/3 		50%
1/2 		1
0/1 		0 1 1 2 0 1 -2
11-26
 113-116 14 -
0/0 		50%
2/4 		50%
1/2 		0
0/0 		0 0 0 0 1 7 3
11-18
 128-131 10 0%
0/1 		50%
1/2 		-
0/0 		2
1/1 		0 0 0 0 1 3 2
11-16
 133-115 22 0%
0/2 		25%
1/4 		-
0/0 		2
2/0 		3 0 0 1 1 3 3
11-13
 99-111 17 -
0/0 		100%
2/2 		-
0/0 		0
0/0 		2 0 0 0 1 6 7
11-11
 119-122 14 0%
0/1 		33.3%
1/3 		-
0/0 		1
0/1 		0 0 0 0 5 3 -4
11-09
 115-116 17 -
0/0 		40%
2/5 		-
0/0 		4
4/0 		0 0 3 1 2 6 3
11-05
 106-120 20 100%
1/1 		33.3%
1/3 		100%
1/1 		1
1/0 		0 0 2 0 1 6 2
11-04
 112-100 22 -
0/0 		25%
1/4 		100%
2/2 		5
2/3 		0 1 1 0 2 5 5
11-03
 121-132 26 100%
1/1 		0%
0/4 		50%
1/2 		4
4/0 		1 0 0 0 1 3 2
11-01
 114-115 19 100%
1/1 		42.9%
3/7 		-
0/0 		3
2/1 		2 1 2 0 1 11 10
10-29
 126-104 20 33.3%
1/3 		25%
1/4 		100%
2/2 		4
3/1 		0 2 0 1 2 7 7
10-27
 100-95 14 0%
0/1 		100%
1/1 		-
0/0 		1
1/0 		0 0 1 0 2 3 0
10-25
 104-108 17 100%
1/1 		50%
2/4 		-
0/0 		4
4/0 		0 0 1 1 2 8 8
Seasons:   23/24 | 22/23 | 21/22 | 20/21 | 19/20 | 18/19

Type: Average | Totals

NBA

MIN 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS EFF GM
Phoenix Suns 17:48 35.7%
5/14 		36.7%
22/60 		69.2%
9/13 		2.3
1.7/0.6 		0.6 0.4 0.8 0.4 - 1.6 - 5.3 3.3 16 »
Home game 19:30 37.5%
3/8 		35.3%
12/34 		66.7%
4/6 		2.3
1.8/0.5 		1.1 0.5 0.5 0.3 - 1.8 - 5.8 4 8 »
Away game 16:07 33.3%
2/6 		38.5%
10/26 		71.4%
5/7 		2.3
1.6/0.6 		0 0.3 1.1 0.5 - 1.4 - 4.9 2.6 8 »
Wins 16:52 37.5%
3/8 		39.3%
11/28 		71.4%
5/7 		2.4
2/0.4 		0.4 0.4 1 0.5 - 1.6 - 5.5 3.5 8 »
Losses 18:45 33.3%
2/6 		34.4%
11/32 		66.7%
4/6 		2.1
1.4/0.8 		0.8 0.4 0.6 0.3 - 1.5 - 5.1 3.1 8 »
Last 5 games 15:24 0%
0/3 		36.8%
7/19 		50%
3/6 		1.4
0.8/0.6 		0.2 0.4 0.6 0.4 - 1 - 4.8 2 5 »
October 17:00 40%
2/5 		44.4%
4/9 		100%
2/2 		3
2.7/0.3 		0 0.7 0.7 0.7 - 2 - 6 5 3 »
November 17:49 33.3%
3/9 		34.1%
14/41 		66.7%
6/9 		2.1
1.5/0.6 		0.7 0.3 0.8 0.4 - 1.5 - 4.9 2.8 11 »
December 19:00 -
0/0 		40%
4/10 		50%
1/2 		2
1.5/0.5 		0.5 0.5 1 0 - 1.5 - 6.5 3.5 2 »
Versus Philadelphia 76ers 22:00 -
0/0 		25%
1/4 		100%
2/2 		5
2/3 		0 1 1 0 - 2 - 5 5 1 »
Versus Los Angeles Lakers 14:00 0%
0/2 		50%
2/4 		-
0/0 		1
0.5/0.5 		0 0 0.5 0 - 3.5 - 3 -2 2 »
Versus Sacramento Kings 23:00 -
0/0 		37.5%
3/8 		-
0/0 		2
2/0 		1 0 0 0 - 0 - 9 7 1 »
Versus New York Knicks 14:00 -
0/0 		50%
2/4 		50%
1/2 		0
0/0 		0 0 0 0 - 1 - 7 3 1 »
Versus Chicago Bulls 17:00 -
0/0 		40%
2/5 		-
0/0 		4
4/0 		0 0 3 1 - 2 - 6 3 1 »
Versus San Antonio Spurs 22:30 100%
2/2 		27.3%
3/11 		50%
1/2 		3.5
3/0.5 		1.5 0.5 1 0 - 1 - 7 6 2 »
Versus Golden State Warriors 17:00 100%
1/1 		50%
2/4 		-
0/0 		4
4/0 		0 0 1 1 - 2 - 8 8 1 »
Versus Memphis Grizzlies 15:00 -
0/0 		50%
1/2 		50%
1/2 		2
1/1 		0 1 2 0 - 3 - 4 0 1 »
Versus Minnesota Timberwolves 22:00 0%
0/2 		25%
1/4 		-
0/0 		2
2/0 		3 0 0 1 - 1 - 3 3 1 »
Versus Detroit Pistons 20:00 100%
1/1 		33.3%
1/3 		100%
1/1 		1
1/0 		0 0 2 0 - 1 - 6 2 1 »
Versus Utah Jazz 15:00 25%
1/4 		33.3%
2/6 		100%
2/2 		3
2/1 		0 1 0 0.5 - 1.5 - 5 4.5 2 »
Versus Toronto Raptors 15:00 0%
0/2 		0%
0/3 		50%
1/2 		1
0/1 		0 1 1 2 - 0 - 1 -2 1 »
Versus Oklahoma City Thunder 17:00 -
0/0 		100%
2/2 		-
0/0 		0
0/0 		2 0 0 0 - 1 - 6 7 1 »

Yuta Watanabe
Yuta Watanabe
Height: 203 cm
Weight: 98 kg
Born: 1994-10-12, Japan