Overview
- Olbrich, a 2025 second-round pick who spent last season on a two-way with the Chicago Bulls, has committed to a one-year contract with Tokyo Alvark in Japan’s B.League.
- Reports say the deal places him among the league’s highest-paid foreign players although specific financial terms were not disclosed.
- New Alvark head coach Ryan Richman praised Olbrich as a high-energy connector who can lift teammates and who fits the club’s dual focus on winning and player development.
- Olbrich declined a likely route back to the NBA — including Summer League work with Golden State and speculation about a Warriors two-way spot — in favor of guaranteed pay and a steady role in Tokyo.
- The move follows a pattern of young, fringe NBA players using Japan and other overseas leagues to get consistent minutes, improve specific skills like three-point shooting, and rebuild NBA interest.