The stage is set. After two rounds of intense competition in Vietnam and Thailand, the 3×3.EXE Super Premier 2025 has arrived at its grand finale in Hachinohe, Japan. With $40,000 USD in total prize money on the line—including $24,000 for the champions—and three coveted World Tour spots up for grabs, the stakes have never been higher.
Every team has fought through fierce battles, endured gruelling matchups, and showcased their strengths, but now, as they land in Japan, only one goal remains—to be crowned champions.
In this Team Preview Series, we’ll break down each squad’s journey to the final, highlighting key players, strengths, and the challenges they’ll face on the road to glory. With world-class talent, tactical masterclasses, and high-pressure moments ahead, who has what it takes to rise above the rest and claim the title?
Stay tuned as we dive into each contender’s path to the championship.
Minakami Town.EXE – Team Preview
Finals Seed: 12th
Round 1 Placing: 12th
Round 2 Placing: 10th
Minakami.EXE enters the 3×3.EXE Super Premier Final with plenty to prove. After a winless campaign (0-4, including a forfeit due to injury) across the first two rounds, they’ve battled through adversity more than most—but that doesn’t mean they should be counted out. Injuries, roster depth, and missed opportunities have defined their run so far, but with the potential return of a true post presence, they could finally unlock the inside-out game they have traditionally thrived on.
Their Round 1 campaign was derailed when Kento Kusaka suffered a tournament-ending injury, leaving Minakami.EXE shorthanded and forcing them to forfeit their second game. By Round 2, with a full-strength lineup, they showed flashes of what they’re capable of, averaging 17 points per game while putting up a fight in a high-scoring thriller against Nunawading Sentinels Red.EXE and a physical battle vs Lausanne.
Minakami.EXE will open the Finals with a rematch against Nunawading Sentinels Red.EXE (5th vs. 12th). If they’ve made the right adjustments and can capitalize on late-game opportunities, they might just flip the script and make their mark in Hachinohe.
Keys to Victory:
✅ If they have a big: Utilize their size, stick to their strengths, and maximize the pick-and-roll game.
✅ If they don’t have a big: Lean into their speed and resilience, creating mismatches and finding open shooters.
✅ Maintain the “never give up” mentality that has kept them in games despite their record.
Game 1: vs. Nunawading Sentinels Red.EXE (5th vs. 12th)
Tournament Details
The 3×3.EXE Super Premier Final is set to take place in Hachinohe, Japan, on May 23, 2025. The tournament will be streamed live on YouTube (link to be provided later), with the first game tipping off at 12:00 PM local time (JST).
With $40,000 USD in total prize money and $24,000 USD awarded to the champions, the stakes are at their peak. The top three teams will also secure a spot in the World Tour, making this a defining moment in the season.
Don’t miss out on the conclusion of the first major 3×3 basketball tournament of the year, where the best teams battle for supremacy on the road to global glory.
