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Phoenix taps 6’9″ Nigerian import

/ 10:07 PM February 04, 2016

Phoenix is eyeing its entry to the PBA a conference to remember.

With a solid core and grand plans in mind, coach Koy Banal has tapped Kenny Adeleke as the team’s reinforcement for the 2016 PBA Commissioner’s Cup.

The 6-foot-9 Nigerian has been well travelled around the world since starting his pro career in 2006.

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Adeleke, 32, has played in Israel, Turkey, Bulgaria, Italy, China, Ukraine, Spain, Dominican Republic, Uruguay, and Venezuela. He last suited up for Atenienses de Manati in Puerto Rico.

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Adeleke also had a stint with the Springfield Armor in the NBA D-League, where he averaged 5.1 points and 6.8 rebounds in 31 games back in 2013.

Banal sees his new recruit as a great fit for Phoenix, saying:

  • “He can help us solve our defense in the post and also in our rebounding.”

    Phoenix begin its maiden season against NLEX on February 17.

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