Thirdy Ravena will remain in Japan as he continues his B. League career with the San-En NeoPhoenix.

Ravena will return for the 2021-22 season as he signed a multi-year contract with the NeoPhoenix, the team announced on Monday, May 10.

Saying he has “unfinished business,” Ravena is expected have a more productive campaign for San-En, which finished the previous B. League season with a dismal 12-47 record.

“It was indeed a tough time for me last season, having to miss a lot of games and not being able to help the team as much as I want,” the 24-year-old said in an official statement.

“But despite that, it was all love from the NeoPhoenix club and boosters, which was why it was not hard for me to make this decision.”

“I’m excited for the next coming years with this club,” Ravena added.

Ravena played only 18 of their 59 games as he endured several setbacks.

He tested positive for the coronavirus and suffered a wrist and a knee injury in the middle of the season.

Ravena averaged 9.1 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.6 assists in his first B. League season for the NeoPhoenix.

“His aggressive play is something no one else can imitate,” said San-En general manager Hideki Higashi.

“I am confident that his aggressive play will tear the opponent teams apart and he continue to accumulate points, leading the team to victory,” Higashi added. – Rappler.com