UAAP: Mike Phillips praises Precious Momowei after UE’s tough loss

UAAP SCHEDULE: Season 88 basketball tournament MANILA, Philippines—Like a boxer showing respect to a bloodied opponent, La Salle’s Mike Phillips did the same for University of the East big man Precious Momowei. Following La Salle’s gritty 111-110 win over the Red Warriors in the UAAP Season 88 men’s basketball tournament, Phillips was quick to acknowledge Continue reading UAAP: Mike Phillips praises Precious Momowei after UE’s tough loss

PBA: Meralco blows big lead, holds off Blackwater for first win

MANILA, Philippines–Meralco averted another potential collapse and beat Blackwater, 105-96, on Wednesday to claim its first victory in the PBA Philippine Cup at Smart Araneta Coliseum. Chris Newsome scored 22 points while four others were in double figures as the Bolts barged into the win column after back-to-back defeats to start the season-opening conference. READ: Continue reading PBA: Meralco blows big lead, holds off Blackwater for first win

Erik Spoelstra says coaching US Olympic team ‘honor of a lifetime’

Erik Spoelstra was 13 the last time the Olympics were held in Los Angeles, and he remembers what it was like watching those games on television. He’ll have a better view in 2028. READ: Erik Spoelstra named USA Basketball coach through 2028 The reins are yours, Coach Spo. Summers working with Coach Pop & Steve Continue reading Erik Spoelstra says coaching US Olympic team ‘honor of a lifetime’