Rockets' Fil-American guard Jalen Green returns to Manila | Inquirer Sports

Rockets’ Fil-American guard Jalen Green returns to Manila

/ 09:52 AM August 10, 2022

Jalen Green Rockets NBA

Jalen Green #0 of the Houston Rockets controls the ball during the first quarter against the Washington Wizards at Toyota Center on March 21, 2022 in Houston, Texas. Carmen Mandato/Getty Images/AF

MANILA, Philippines — Houston Rockets star Jalen Green arrived in Manila on Wednesday to reconnect with his Filipino roots.

The Filipino-American guard is making his first visit to the country as an NBA player after he was drafted second overall by the Rockets in last year’s rookie draft.

Article continues after this advertisement

In an Instagram story, Green shared a glimpse of his accommodation while he’s here in Manila.

FEATURED STORIES

Adidas Philippines said its 20-year-old global ambassador will get an ultimate Filipino experience through local culture, street lifestyle, and grassroots sports.

This promotional tour will be centered on making Green “experience a different and more authentic side of the Philippines.”

Article continues after this advertisement

It marks Green’s third visit to the country after playing in the National Basketball Training Center in 2018 and 2019 where he competed against Filipino prodigy Kai Sotto.

Green made an impressive rookie season for Houston, averaging 17.3 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in 31.9 minutes per game. He played a total of 67 games as a starter in his first year as his rebuilding team finished 15th in the Western Conference with a 20-62 record.

RELATED STORIES

No. 2 NBA Draft pick Jalen Green ‘always excited’ to represent PH

Spoelstra planning basketball event in PH with Jalen Green, Jordan Clarkson

Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Subscribe to our daily newsletter

By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy.

TAGS: Houston Rockets, Jalen Green, NBA

Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Subscribe to our newsletter!

By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy.

© Copyright 1997-2024 INQUIRER.net | All Rights Reserved

This is an information message

We use cookies to enhance your experience. By continuing, you agree to our use of cookies. Learn more here.