Filipino players shine but face injuries in KBL

Former De La Salle University standout Jio Jalalon scored six points and grabbed one rebound before suffering an injury during Goyang Sono's loss to Seoul SK Knights on Sunday, Manila time.

Kevin Quiambao made his debut for the Goyang Sono Skygunners in the Korean Basketball League but was sidelined early due to a ruptured ankle ligament after playing just seven minutes and scoring six points with one rebound.

JD Cagulangan made a strong impression in his KBL debut with Suwon KT Sonicboom, contributing seven points, nine assists, five steals, and four rebounds despite their 78-63 loss to Seoul Samsung Thunders on Saturday.

Former UP Fighting Maroons player Carl Tamayo continued his impressive performance for Changwon LG Sakers, scoring 31 points with eight rebounds and two steals in an 86-82 victory over Anyang JKJ Red Boosters.