As Takanami was destroyed, the rest of Tanaka's ships, almost unnoticed by the Americans, were increasing speed, maneuvering, and preparing to respond to the American attack.
Setelah Takanami hancur, sisa kapal-kapal Tanaka yang hampir-hampir tidak terdeteksi kapal-kapal Amerika Serikat, menambah kecepatan, dan bersiap-siap membalas serangan Amerika.