Basketball Excitement in Manila Dwight Howard Teams Up with Andray Blatche for Dubai Tournament
janimonow posted: " Basketball enthusiasts in Manila were recently treated to a thrilling arrival as former NBA star Dwight Howard landed in the Philippines, accompanied by naturalized player Andray Blatche. This event marked a significant moment in the basketball scene a" THE MANILA JOURNAL
Basketball enthusiasts in Manila were recently treated to a thrilling arrival as former NBA star Dwight Howard landed in the Philippines, accompanied by naturalized player Andray Blatche. This event marked a significant moment in the basketball scene as Howard announced their arrival on social media, excitedly declaring, "We finally made it to the Philippines."
The duo is set to join forces with Andre Roberson, who arrived in Manila earlier, and McKenzie Moore, as part of the Strong Group's campaign in the prestigious Dubai International Basketball Championship. This collaboration brings together a blend of experience and talent, with Howard and Blatche's NBA expertise melding with the skills of collegiate standouts Kevin Quiambao, Francis Escandor from De La Salle University, and De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde's Tony Ynot, Justine Sanchez, and Allen Liwag.The Strong Group, owned by Frank Lao, is poised for a strong showing in the Dubai International Basketball Championship, with Blatche and Roberson set to provide essential support to Howard. Blatche, previously part of the Mighty Sports team that clinched the 2020 edition, and Roberson, a defensive specialist, are expected to make significant contributions. Charles Tiu, the head coach of Strong Group, expressed his enthusiasm about Blatche's return to represent the Philippines and is looking forward to seeing Roberson's offensive skills come to the fore in the tournament.Moreover, the team's roster is bolstered by the inclusion of former TNT import McKenzie Moore, making his comeback in a major tournament after more than two years. Moore's previous stint with Tropang Giga was cut short due to an MCL injury, but he's now ready to make an impactful return. In a strategic move, the team has also engaged the expertise of Australian national team head coach Brian Goorjian as a team consultant, bringing a wealth of experience and coaching acumen to the table.The signing of Dwight Howard, facilitated significantly by Andray Blatche, marks a strategic move by the Strong Group. Recognizing Howard's prowess as a former three-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year and champion, Tiu expects him to be the centerpiece of the team. At 38, Howard is looking to contribute significantly to the team's defense and offense, potentially marking a pivotal phase in his illustrious career.Title: "NBA Stars Light Up Manila: Dwight Howard and Andray Blatche Join Forces for Dubai Championship"SEO Tags: Dwight Howard, Andray Blatche, Manila, Basketball, Dubai International Basketball Championship, Andre Roberson, McKenzie Moore, Strong Group, Charles Tiu, Philippine Basketball.
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