By Adrian Stewart Co Former Ateneo de Manila University Blue Eagles center William Navarro has been included in the list of special Gilas Pilipinas draft during the 2021 PBA Rookie Draft on March 14. Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) president Al Panlilio said that the 6-foot-6 center had a change of heart following his participation …
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Clarkson drains 8 3s, Jazz edges 76ers
By Adrian Stewart Co Jordan Clarkson had his best game as a Utah Jazz player as they cruised to a 134-123 victory over Philadelphia 76ers in the 2020-2021 NBA Season on Monday night at the Vivint Smart Home Arena in Salt Lake City, Utah. The Filipino-American guard tied the franchise record for most three-pointers in …
2021 FIBA ASIA CUP QUALIFIER: Gilas’ games in Qatar cancelled
By Adrian Stewart Co Gilas Pilipinas matches in the third window of the 2021 FIBA Asia Cup qualifier slated next week have been cancelled as host country Qatar is set to enter a 60-day lockdown starting this Saturday. Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) said they were informed by FIBA Asia regarding the cancellation of the …
Curry scores 40, GSW drubs Orlando
By Adrian Stewart Co Golden State Warriors (GSW) recorded its second consecutive win as it took down injury-hit Orlando Magic, 111-105, in the 2020-2021 NBA Season on Thursday night (Friday in the Philippines) at Chase Center in San Francisco, California. Stephen Curry top-scored with 40 points, including 10 triples, to go along with eight rebounds, …
4 W. Visayas-based cagers in WNBL draft today
By Adrian Stewart Co Four Western Visayas-based basketball cagers will be among the 115 aspirants in the first-ever Women’s National Basketball League (WNBL) rookie draft today. Ilonggas Shanna Mae Latoza and Mary Krista Roberto, Bacolodnon Fille Claudine Cainglet and Guimarasnon Shellyn Bilbao are among the Region 6 players in the draft that will have a …
Ilonggo Taha, Bacolodnon Revilla get new deals with NorthPort
By Adrian Stewart Co Ilonggo Juan Paolo Taha and Bacolodnon Luis Alfonso Revilla were given fresh contract extensions by the NorthPort Batang Pier ahead of the 2021 PBA Philippine Cup slated to begin on April 9. Batang Pier team manager Bonnie Tan confirmed on Wednesday the new one-year extensions given to Taha and Revilla with …
Golden State gets back at San Antonio
By Adrian Stewart Co Golden State Warriors (GSW) made a quick bounce back against San Antonio Spurs with a 114-91 victory in the 2020-2021 NBA Season on Tuesday night (Wednesday in the Philippines) at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas. Stephen Curry carried the offensive load with 32 points, including four triples, while Eric …
Oubre fires 40, GSW outduels Dallas
By Adrian Stewart Co Kelly Oubre Jr. had a career-best outing as the Golden State Warriors (GSW) outdueled Dallas Mavericks, 147-116, in the 2020-2021 NBA Season on Thursday night (Friday in the Philippines) at the American Airlines Arena in Dallas, Texas. Oubre tallied 40 points, including seven outside conversions, to go along with eight rebounds …
Marañón, Kouame naturalization gets House panel’s nod
By Adrian Stewart Co The naturalization of Spanish football player Bienvenido Marañón and Ivorian basketball player Angelo Kouame has gained the nod of House of Representatives’ Justice committee. The two separate measures, which will grant Filipino citizenships to Marañón and Kouame, were passed by the House panel on Thursday afternoon, February 4, and are scheduled …
Slaughter re-signs with Ginebra
By Adrian Stewart Co Veteran center Gregory Slaughter has formalized his return to the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) after signing a deal with his former team Barangay Ginebra San Miguel Kings. Kings head coach Tim Cone confirmed the signing of the 7-footer Cebuano center, who opted not to renew his contract with Barangay Ginebra last …