Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA Philippines 2014 presented by Alaska tips off January 18

Jr. NBA Philippines opens set to return on January 18, 2014.
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Jr. NBA, the NBA’s youth basketball development program, will be back in the Philippines for the seventh consecutive year and reach even more schools and players across the country.

Ten Jr. NBA All Stars take LA by storm; Play against LA varsity team, shoot around at Staples Center

LA Lakers Guard Kobe Bryant chats with one of the Jr. NBA Philippines All-Stars.
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Ten young basketball players are now enjoying their reward in Los Angeles, USA for coming out on top of the heap of this year’s Jr. NBA Philippines 2013 presented by Alaska last April.

Samuel Abuhijleh of the San Beda Red Cubs, Vince Ferrer of the UST Baby Tigers, younger brother of Growling Tiger Kevin Ferrer; Miguel Fortuna of De La Salle Zobel and kid brother of UST alumnus Jeric Fortuna; Marco Sario also of DLSZ, Gian Mamuyac of the Ateneo Blue Eaglets, Ricci Rivero of La Salle Greenhills, Tyler Tio of Xavier School, Pawandeep Singh of Systems Plus School, Pampanga, Anthony Sistoza of General Santos City and Mahloney Tarranza of Davao are in Los Angeles for their NBA experience – watched an NBA game live, visited Universal Studios, played friendly games with counterpart junior teams in LA, went on city tours and shopping, shopping, shopping.

Indiana Pacers big man Ian Mahinmi surprised with Pinoys love for basketball

The 2013 NBA Global Games is just around the corner as the Indiana Pacers square off against the Houston Rockets at the SM Mall of Asia Arena here in Manila, Philippines. Dwight Howard and James Harden of the Houston Rockets are the only ones that have been in the country before. The rest are all first timers. Among those first time visitors is 5-year veteran big man Ian Mahinmi of the Indiana Pacers.

Having Larry Legend back mean great things for the Indiana Pacers says Rookie Solomon Hill

The Indiana Pacers and Houston Rockets are in town for the historic 2013 NBA Global Games in the Philippines. It's a no brainer of course for Filipino fans to recognize players like Jeremy Lin, James Harden, Chandler Parsons for the Rockets Paul George, Roy Hibbert and Danny Granger of the Pacers as the game tip-off tonight at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Manila. But they got some new guys as well. Speaking of new guys, Rookie Solomon Hill is just one those that will see action in tonight's game for the Indiana Pacers.

NBA Coaches Clinic with Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (Basketball Federation of the Philippines)

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The NBA – in conjunction with the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas and the Mall of Asia Arena – will host a clinic for local basketball coaches at the Mall of Asia Arena on Tuesday, October 8, 2013. Members of the Houston Rockets and Indiana Pacers coaching staff will be on hand to help conduct the clinic for the attending coaches. This free coaching development program is supported by the NBA and is open to all coaches of any level.

NBA Legend Ron Harper conducts NBA Cares for children of Marillac Hills and Haven for Children

Former Chicago Bulls and LA Lakers guard Ron Harper signs some autographs for kids during
his basketball clinic at Marillac Hills and Haven for Children at the SM MOA complex.
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Five-time NBA champion Ron Harper, a former Chicago Bull and LA Laker, started NBA Global Games Philippines 2013 activities rolling with a basketball clinic for the children of Marillac Hills and Haven for Children at The Venue, Prism Plaza in the Mall of Asia complex October 5.

The clinic was organized by the US Embassy and led by Harper and NBA Asia Senior Director for Basketball Operations Sefu Bernard. Alaska coaches led by PBA Legend Jojo Lastimosa helped to conduct the clinic. Above, Ron Harper gets to know the children up close.

On Sunday, Harper will have a meet and greet session at the NBA Fan Fiesta in SM Megamall activity center, 6 pm to 8:30 pm.

NBA 3X Philippines 2013 Presented by Sprite Event Schedule

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Houston Rockets’ All-Star James Harden and New Orleans Pelicans’ Eric Gordon will make appearances

Registered teams must check-in at SM Mall of Asia Music Hall on Thursday, July 26, from 4pm-10pm

NBA 3X Philippines 2013 presented by Sprite returns to Manila at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall from July 26–28. Now in its third year, the event combines exciting on-court competition with free authentic NBA entertainment and experiences for fans of all ages.

WIITNESS LeBron James in Manila

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Yup! The King is finally coming to Manila. I'm sure y'all are excited for LeBron James upcoming event on July 23 at the SM MOA Arena brought to you by the folks from Nike Philippines. Fans lined up for 3 days to get free tickets for that event. Word has it that only 5,000 tickets were given away last July 17.

NBA 3X Philippines 2013 presented by Sprite registration ongoing until July 12

NBA Legend Sam Perkins wants all Pinoy hoops fans to join and register for NBA 3X 2013.
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James Harden, Eric Gordon, Indiana Pacers Dancers and Memphis Grizzlies mascot Grizz to entertain local fans

3-on-3 basketball enthusiasts – boys and girls aged 10 to 17 years old, and adults 18 years old and older – can live out their basketball dreams at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall when NBA 3X Philippines 2013 presented by Sprite returns to Manila from July 26 to 28.

NBA 3X PHILIPPINES 2013 PRESENTED BY SPRITE RETURNS TO SM MALL OF ASIA

James Harden of the Houston Rockets is set to return to Manila this July for NBA 3X 2013.
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Houston Rockets’ All-Star James Harden and New Orleans Pelicans’ Eric Gordon will make appearances

NBA 3X Philippines 2013 presented by Sprite returns to Manila at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall from July 26 – 28, the National Basketball Association (NBA) and Sprite announced today. Now in its third year, the event combines exciting on-court competition with free authentic NBA entertainment and experiences for fans of all ages.

Win an All-Access VIP pass to the D Rose Tour activities in Manila

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Bet y'all know that Chicago Bulls Guard Derrick Rose is set to make his return to Manila this coming September. For sure, y'all are excited for this event and the folks from Adidas Philippines are making it happen. With that in mind, the 3-stripes brand is giving y'all a chance to get up-close and personal with Chi-Town's Finest baller in the L today.

DLSU, Letran collide for Filoil q’finals slots

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The La Salle Green Archers look to bounce back after their 60-53 loss to the University of the East last Saturday in the Filoil Flying V Hanes Premier Cup when they take on Letran today in the main game of the Monday triple header at the San Juan Arena.

Africans rule Filoil weekly Awards

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The University of Perpetual Help’s Nigerian forward Nosa Omorogbe is the Master Player of the Week (of May 6-11, 2013) in the Filoil Flying V Hanes Premier Cup.

Nike Marks LeBron James’ Most Valuable Player Title with LeBron X MVP Shoe

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Witness history as James collects his fourth MVP trophy in five years

Nike is celebrating LeBron James’ fourth MVP award with a special edition LEBRON X MVP shoe and a new “Witness History” campaign.

James becomes only the second player to win four MVP titles in five years, joining the select group of four-time MVPs in the award’s 58-year history.

First NBA CAFÉ in Asia to open in the Philippines

Above (from left), NBA staff Francesco Suarez, Vice President for Business Development & Marketing Partnerships, NBA Asia; Carlo Singson, NBA Asia Country Manager-Philippines; Scott Levy, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, NBA Asia; NBA Legend Muggsy Bogues; Vicente Cheng, Chairman, Hoopla Inc.; Nian Rigor; Chico Sy of SM Engineering Design and Development; and Steven Tan, Vice President for Operations, SM Premier Malls
celebrate their partnership with a champagne toast.
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NBA Café will be managed and operated by Hoopla Inc. and located in new SM AURA Mall in Manila.

The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Hoopla Inc. today announced that the first-ever NBA Café in Asia will be coming to Manila, Philippines, at the soon-to-open SM AURA Mall in the Bonifacio Global City.

Ravena is still Filoil Player of the Week, SWU’s Sanjo is top Defensive Player

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The Filoil Flying V Hanes Premier Cup named its second batch of awardees for the Week of April 22-27.

Based on statistical points, the Master Best Player of the Week is Ateneo’s Kiefer Ravena who chalked up 49 points during the Blue Eagles’ run for that period that saw wins over Letran, the University of the East, and Lyceum of the Philippines University.

Filoil Flying V Preseason Cup: National U Bulldogs win a close game against the FEU Tamaraws

Alfred Aroga of National University goes for an easy layup in the game against FEU.
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The National University Bulldogs are by far one of the top teams in the 2013 Filoil Flying V Preseason Cup. They are after all the the defending champs in this Summer hoops tournament. In their game against FEU on Tuesday, this clearly reminded me of their, shall we say, intense rivalry back in UAAP season 75.

Manila kids dominate 2013 Jr. NBA National Training Camp

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Pampanga, Davao and Gen San kids also make All Star Team

Seven boys from Manila, one from Pampanga, one from Davao and one from General Santos City ruled the Jr. NBA Philippines 2013 presented by Alaska on its sixth consecutive staging in the country whose passion for basketball is considered legend.

Ateneo’s Ravena, Newsome & San Beda win Filoil-Gatorade honors

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Ateneo Blue Eagles Kiefer Ravena and Chris Newsome lead the cast of awardees for the week of April 13-20, 2013 in the Filoil Flying V Hanes Premier Cup.

NBA and Alaska Milk Corporation announce multi-year marketing partnership expansion

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Alaska to serve as Presenting Partner of first-ever Jr. WNBA program in Philippines

The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Alaska Milk Corporation (Alaska) have announced the expansion of their multi-year marketing partnership that began in 2011. As the Official Milk Partner of the NBA, Alaska will maintain its commitment to developing basketball in the Philippines and will connect with the passionate NBA fan base through grassroots events, television and digital exposure, and promotions for its customers at retail.