Matthew Wright is returning to Japan.
The 35-year-old Filipino-Canadian has signed with Saitama for the 2025-26 B.League One season.
It has been a long journey back to professional basketball for Wright.
“My family and I cannot wait to embrace the city of Saitama and the Broncos organization. I’m looking forward to coming back to Japan and making an immediate impact on the team,” he said.
“Thank you for this opportunity to showcase my talents on the basketball court.”
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After spending six years with PBA club Phoenix, Wright made the move to Japan in 2022, joining Kyoto, where he played through the 2022-24 season.
He then transferred to Kawasaki for the 2024-25 campaign, averaging 10.4 points, 2.6 assists, and 2.5 rebounds per game.
Following that season, Wright stepped away from basketball for a year to care for his ailing mother.
His lone appearance during his hiatus came with Gilas Pilipinas Men, whom he helped win the gold medal at the 34th Southeast Asian Games.
Now, Wright is set to resume his professional career in Japan with Saitama.
