Sotto impresses as 36ers shock Suns in NBL-NBA exhibition
Filipino pride Kai Sotto made a solid impression as the hot-shooting Adelaide 36ers pulled off a 134-124 preseason stunner over the Phoenix Suns in the NBL X NBA Tour......»»
Marc Pingris dinenay na may ‘something’ sila ni Kim Rodriguez
PINABULAANAN ng basketbolista at tinaguriang “Pinoy Sakuragi” na si Marc Pingris ang mga kumakalat na balitang may namamagitan sa kanila ng aktres na si Kim Rodriguez. Sa kanyang Facebook page ay diretsahang sinagot ng asawa ni Danica Sotto ang mga intriga ibinabato laban sa kanya. “Walang katotohanan ang mga lumalabas na balita tungkol sa amin.....»»
Danica Sotto unbothered sa isyung panloloko ni Marc Pingris
KALMADO at tila walang pakialam ang dating aktres na si Danica Sotto sa kabila ng kumakalat na isyung diumano’y niloloko siya ng asawang si Marc Pingris. Kahapon, March 27, kumalat sa social media ang chikang tila magkasama raw ang kanyang asawa at ang aktres na si Kim Rodriguez sa Australia. Parehas kasing nagbahagi ng pictures.....»»
Joey de Leon kontra na gawing National Artist ang TVJ: ‘Ngek, WAG NA!’
MAY mga nagpu-push pala na kilalaning National Artist ang iconic showbiz trio na sina Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto at Joey de Leon. Ayon sa mga supporters ng TVJ, ito na raw ang tamang panahon na ibigay sa tatlong TV at movie icon ang naturang parangal dahil sa kanilang di matatawarang ambag sa entertainment industry. Bukod.....»»
PODCAST | Departure, return: The region as liminal space in 3 Filipino films
Minda Salida #13: Departure, return: The region as liminal space in 3 Filipino films The term regional cinema was coined, or became a wave in the landscape of Philippine cinema, with the inception of the Cinema Rehiyon, an annual exhibition and gathering of regional cinemas and filmmakers all over the Philippines, led by the National […].....»»
Kokoy sorry nang sorry kay Sue dahil sa ‘lamasan’ sa ‘Your Mother’s Son’
GRABE! As in grabe pala talaga ang mga nakakaloka at nakaka-shock na mga eksena nina Miggy Jimenez, Kokoy de Santos at Sue Prado sa “Your Mother’s Son.” Napanood namin ang pinakabagong obra ng award-winning filmmaker na si Jun Robles Lana sa ginanap na press screening nito sa Gateway Cineplex sa Cubao, Quezon City nitong nagdaang.....»»
Kai’s last chance
Up to now, Kai Sotto’s stint in the FIBA Basketball World Cup remains unclear. Sure, he has been in the country for over two weeks and has been attending some Gilas Pilipinas events, but the fact that he has yet to actually train with his teammates is making Chot Reyes anxious. Sotto is tipped to play a crucial role in the Gilas squad. His 7-foot-3 frame, athleticism and feathery shooting touch from the perimeter will be needed when the Filipinos battle the best players in the world in the prestigious basketball spectacle from 25 August to 10 September. But it will be impossible for Reyes to involve Sotto in his game plan if he has yet to actually see him banging bodies with his fellow big men like World Cup veterans June Mar Fajardo and Japeth Aguilar, as well as rising star AJ Edu. It is no secret that Sotto’s dream is to make it to the National Basketball Association. He was still a gangly kid when he started joining the Junior NBA program before moving to Ateneo de Manila University and eventually donning the national colors in various age-group events — the biggest and most prestigious was the 2019 FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup in Greece. A lot of offers came his way, including a chance to play for prestigious European clubs like Alba Berlin, Real Madrid, Barcelona and Baskonia, but Sotto, then 17, decided to bring his talent to the United States — not to enter play at the collegiate level — but to make a daring leap straight into the NBA. After training at The Skill Factory, he joined Team Ignite, a developmental team in the NBA G League that aims to prepare athletes for the NBA. At Team Ignite, Sotto showed some promise as he played for former Los Angeles Lakers coach Brian Shaw together with future NBA players Jalen Green, Jonathan Kuminga, Daishen Nix, and Isiah Todd. But when Team Ignite was about to start its season and enter the G League bubble in Orlando, Sotto shockingly flew home and joined Gilas in the 2021 FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers. Ignite eventually dropped Sotto, prompting him to look for other ways to realize his dream of becoming the first full-blooded Filipino to make it to the NBA. He found one in Australia. He played for the Adelaide 36ers in the National Basketball League and had some measure of success. In fact, he was able to gauge his prowess when the 36ers played against Chris Paul, Devin Booker, DeAndre Ayton and the Phoenix Suns in an NBA preseason match. After a couple of seasons in Australia, he moved to Japan to play for the Hiroshima Dragonflies in the B League. He had some impressive games, but it wasn’t enough to earn the attention of NBA coaches, scouts, and talent evaluators. Still, he joined the NBA Summer League. Playing against veteran free agents, journeymen, and incoming rookies looking to earn spots on the opening-day rosters of NBA teams, Sotto rode the Orlando Magic bench in their first three games before making his debut against the Portland Trail Blazers, recording six points, four rebounds and three blocks in their 71-88 loss. Sotto tried to play in his fifth game, but he was slowed down by a back injury. His return to Manila was surrounded by controversy as he failed to join the Gilas squad that was set to go to China for the final leg of its preparations for the World Cup. He opted to stay home to “rest and recover” from his back injury. Until when? It’s something that only Sotto and his American handlers know. But Sotto should realize that the doors of the NBA are slowly closing on him. He already made a bad decision by snubbing the invitations of top European clubs as well as prestigious American collegiate programs like Kentucky, Georgia Tech and Auburn that could have helped him develop his game and gain confidence while playing against kids his age. Instead of staying patient and working on his game away from the prying eyes of NBA scouts, he rushed the process by signing up with Team Ignite before committing another massive blunder of flying back to Manila just before the G League season tipped off. Now he has only one chance — the FIBA Basketball World Cup. A lot of Filipinos ranging from Johnny Abarrientos to Aguilar, Kiefer Ravena and Ray Parks all tried — and failed — to make it to the NBA. On the contrary, Sotto is being presented with a rare opportunity to display his talent and carry the torch in a world-class event. Sadly, despite repeatedly saying that he is ready, his body language suggests that he is reluctant to step up to serve as the hero of this basketball-crazy nation. The clock is ticking for Sotto. The doors of the NBA are slowly closing right before his very eyes. He has to lace his sneakers, grab that Gilas jersey, and play his heart out for the country in the FIBA Basketball World Cup before he becomes another “what if” in the history of Philippine basketball. The post Kai’s last chance appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Japan-bound Kai Sotto named NBL Fans MVP anew
The NBL announced on Tuesday announced that the 7-foot-3 beanpole of the Adelaide 36ers won the league's Fans MVP for the second year in a row......»»
Hiroshima s patience pays off with Kai Sotto signing
Having just wrapped up his second season with the Adelaide 36ers in the Australian NBL, it was announced on Tuesday that Sotto would be joining Hiroshima for the rest of the season......»»
Kai Sotto signs with Japan B. League s Hiroshima Dragonflies
After parting ways with the Adelaide 36ers in the Australian National Basketball League, Kai Sotto is set to take his act to Japan......»»
Sotto ends ties with 36ers, takes stuff elsewhere
John Kai Sotto is headed for a new destination after a fruitful stay in the Land Down Under......»»
Sotto s 36ers keep NBL playoff hopes alive with win over Kings
At the brink of elimination from playoff contention, Antonius Cleveland led six players in double-digit scoring with his 23 points, five rebounds, seven assists, four steals, and one block as they edged the league-leading Kings in a must-win situation......»»
Sotto, Adelaide fade in OT vs Brisbane
Antonius Cleveland nailed two free throws late in the fourth quarter to force overtime after the 36ers trailed by as much as six points in the final period......»»
NBL: Sotto dazzles in first season start as Adelaide routs Brisbane
Sotto, whose playing time has been sporadic for the 36ers, secured himself into the starting lineup for the first time this season and uncorked 13 points, eight assists, one assist, and a block......»»
Kai Sotto fan event set in Sydney
WSB Street and Coinchella in cooperation with the Adelaide 36ers are thrilled to announce the first-ever “One Night Only” event with rising National Basketball League (NBL) star Kai Sotto......»»
Kai Sotto settles to consistent role as Adelaide routs Perth
Kai Sotto continues to find his rightful place in the Adelaide rotation as the visiting 36ers blow out the Perth Wildcats to get back to an even 5-5 record.....»»
Sotto s efficient game for naught as 36ers bow to Wildcats
Sotto came off the bench for almost 13 minutes of play and went 3-of-3 from the field to finish with eight points, three rebounds and an assist......»»
Sotto, Adelaide break slump with win over Hawks
Kai Sotto came off the bench for 15 minutes of action as the Adelaide 36ers snapped a two-game losing slump with a 96-80 victory over the Illawarra Hawks......»»
Kai Sotto plays limited minutes as 36ers bow to JackJumpers in NBL opener
Sotto entered the game in the third salvo and played for five minutes as he finished with four points, three boards and one steal......»»
Thunder silence Sotto, 36ers with 33-point rout
The Thunder, who featured former 36ers star Josh Giddey, led the game wire-to-wire and ballooned their lead to as big as 40 points......»»
Kai Sotto, 36ers go for another stunner vs Thunder
Buoyed by a historic win against the Phoenix Suns, Kai Sotto and the Adelaide 36ers shoot for another upset against Oklahoma City Thunder in a bid to sweep their NBL X NBA Tour......»»