Louie Alas officially named as Ateneo interim head coach

Louie Alas has been officially appointed as the interim head coach of Ateneo de Manila University Blue Eagles men’s basketball team should they proceed with their UAAP Season 89 campaign.

Alas, who has served as an assistant coach of the Blue Eagles since 2024, takes over the program as the university continues to deal with the aftermath of the deaths of players Rene Clert Baterbonia and Divine Adili during a team activity in Dipaculao, Aurora.

A seasoned coach, Alas owns three NCAA championships with Colegio de San Juan de Letran and last served as head coach of the Phoenix Super LPG Fuel Masters in the PBA.

The university also named former Ateneo standout Nicholas Salva as interim team manager. Joining the coaching staff is Rafael Joey “RJ” Jazul, while Kerby Raymundo is also being eyed as an assistant coach.

As investigations into the deaths of Baterbonia and Adili continue, the Blue Eagles have scrapped their planned overseas training camps and withdrawn from local preseason tournaments. The team, however, will continue its conditioning program in preparation for the upcoming season.

Members of the squad are also scheduled to undergo physical examinations within the next week ahead of the start of the academic year in August. (AC)

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Clarkson re-signs with Knicks after historic NBA title run

Filipino-American guard Jordan Clarkson is staying with the New York Knicks after agreeing to a one-year contract worth $3.9 million, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.

The deal was confirmed by Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul and agent Brandon Cavanaugh, who said Clarkson will return to the Knicks as the defending NBA champions prepare for the new season.

Clarkson played a key role during the Knicks’ championship campaign, helping the franchise capture the NBA title after defeating the San Antonio Spurs in the Finals.

With the championship victory, Clarkson made history as the first Filipino to win an NBA championship, adding another milestone to his decorated professional career.

Clarkson, who has long embraced his Filipino heritage, has represented Gilas Pilipinas in international competitions and remains one of the country’s most recognizable basketball figures.

His return gives New York another experienced scorer and playmaker as the Knicks begin their title defense next season while Clarkson looks to build on a historic year that further cemented his place in Philippine basketball history.

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No Munzon trade for now, says agent Danny Espiritu

Joshua Munzon is set to continue his stint with Titan Ultra Giant Risers after trade rumors surrounding the veteran cager died down ahead of the PBA Season 50 Governors’ Cup.

According to player agent Danny Espiritu, there is no ongoing move to deal Munzon despite months of speculation linking him to several PBA teams.

“Not at this time,” Espiritu told Fastbreak when asked whether a trade involving the 31-year-old was still being pursued.

Munzon’s previous contract expired at the end of June, but he remains with the Giant Risers after his deal was carried over for the rest of Season 50 under the league’s rules on expiring player contracts.

The former top overall draft pick was heavily mentioned in trade discussions during the offseason, with several teams reportedly expressing interest in acquiring his services.

Although there had been efforts to work out a deal before the Governors’ Cup, none materialized, allowing Munzon to stay with Titan Ultra entering the season-ending conference.

Munzon currently leads the PBA in scoring with 20.6 points per game and also tops the league in steals at 2.4 per contest. He is likewise ninth in the latest PBA Players’ Cumulative Statistical Points standings with 22.3 points. (AC)

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