With the FIBA Olympic Qualifiers happening in Manila this July, Pinoy basketball fans couldn’t be more thrilled!
Countries France, Canada, Turkey, Senegal and New Zealand were drawn to play in Manila, joining our beloved Gilas Pilipinas team! And what does this momentous sporting event mean? That hey, we just might be seeing some of our favorite NBA stars representing their home countries in some sweet action!
With France and Canada especially boasting of NBA-powered teams, it’s going to be a tough draw for Gilas, but pretty exciting action overall!
Here are some of the NBA players expected to make an appearance in Manila this July!
Cory Joseph, Canada
Point guard Toronto Raptors
Omer Asik, Turkey
Center, New Orleans Pelicans
Nicolas Batum, France
Small forward, Charlotte Hornets
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Andrew Wiggins, Canada
Shooting guard, Minnesota Timberwolves
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Boris Diaw, France
Power forward, San Antonio Spurs
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Tony Parker, France
Point guard, San Antonio Spurs
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Jordan Clarkson, Philippines
Point guard, Los Angeles Lakers
Thoughts on this? Who are you expecting to see play this year?
