SGA aims for Dubai title; Abando, Ildefonso lead star-studded roster
Strong Group Athletics (SGA) is set to compete in the 34th Dubai International Basketball Championship with a roster featuring key returning players and recent acquisitions.
Former collegiate stars Rhenz Abando and Dave Ildefonso will lead SGA, supported by NBA veterans DeMarcus Cousins and Andray Blatche, alongside Jason Brickman and Ange Kouame.
SGA aims to regain the championship title after losing to Al Riyadi in last year's finals, with head coach Charles Tiu expecting his team to perform well with more playing time for Abando and Ildefonso.
Joining the squad are College of St. Benilde standouts Tony Ynot, Justine Sanchez, and NCAA Season 100 MVP Allen Liwagag, along with Jordan Heading, as SGA looks to win the Dubai title following a second-place finish last year.
The tournament will be held from January 24 to February 2, 2025.
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