B.League: Ray Parks embarks on a ‘new chapter’ with Osaka Evessa
FILE–Filipino import Ray Parks during a B.League game.–Photo from Nagoya Dolphins
MANILA, Philippines—Bobby Ray Parks Jr. has joined Osaka Evessa during the Japan B.League offseason frenzy.
Evessa revealed on Wednesday that Parks Jr. signed with Evessa weeks after the Filipino import left his previous team Nagoya.
Parks expressed excitement for the new chapter in his B.League career as he inks a new deal with Osaka.
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“Looking forward to this new chapter. [I’m] excited to represent the city of Osaka, the fans, and the organization. Come out and support us with all of your hearts,” said the former TNT swingman, who was earlier reported to be negotiating an extension with the Diamond Dolphins.
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In his three-year stretch with Nagoya, they never missed the B.League Playoffs. They got bounced out of the semifinals last season.
The 31-year-old baller out of National University averaged 8.74 points, 3.66 rebounds and 2.12 assists per game for the Diamond Dolphins in his last go-around for Nagoya.
Parks Jr. will now bolster an Evessa squad that finished with 25-35 card last season.
