Free to Harden Manila | A Harden's Night

06.27.2019 – Basketball is the Philippines’ National sport despite most Filipinos lack the height they showed true passion when they catch the games live or on the telly. The National Basketball Association (NBA) has become the biggest sports league on the planet that it is aired in the country. There have been famed NBA basketball players that visited the country, but none of them have made the trip so many times like James Harden. The 2018 NBA Most Valuable Player is the shooting guard for the Houston Rockets and finally made everyone Filipinos night when adidas made it happen.

adidas + NBA | James Harden Back in Manila

06.22.2019 – James Harden, the 2018 NBA Most Valuable Player has been the face of the Houston Rockets franchise that inspired young kids around the world through his game. For those who just recently got inspired by James Harden’s play this coming season is his tenth year in the league. The previous NBA season has wrapped up as James Harden will spend the following weeks of the summer season in the Philippines. The announcement for his forth coming visit this month has been highly anticipated by the Filipinos who have come and visit the country before and this might bigger than ever.

Rising Star: Sofia Román Takes on Manila!

08.22.2015 – Ricky Rubio had a long two-day event from yesterday’s presser to going around the city having his photo with the Rizal monument to hanging out with the local personalities at the same time making a visit to small towns. He also had a photo at the local basketball court in that town that had a set up with his image all over the area. Earlier today he was also occupied with basketball clinics and interview. But after Ricky left we stayed and caught our attention to a young player.

T-Wolves' Ricky Rubio Friday Presser!

08.21.2015 – adidas had a limited engagement with Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Ricky Rubio who arrived the night before the press event at the Parkade store, which invited the media on a rainy morning where the downpour didn’t stop. But Rubio was all game to meet his fans and the media for that special presser, where he spoke about his passion for the game and the Philippines was one of the countries he wanted to visit. Even though due to strong rains everyone came to see the man being compared to legendary Pete Maravich earlier…

#DROSETOUR Post-Coverage!

09.17.2013 – The weather was not cooperating but it was better than having a storm. But this does not stop Derrick Rose from continuing his last leg of the #DRoseTour for Asia which the Philippines as its last country to visit before heading back to the US. From his arrival Saturday morning from his trip in China to attending the adidas Originals party that night the former league MVP of the NBA was definitely all-in with the local scene in supporting the brand. The Chicago Bulls 2008 Rookie of the Year was participating in Sunday’s activities from playing mini game to awarding the prizes.

D. Rose Impressed Manila Fans!

09.15.2013 – Derrick Rose, the Chicago Bulls point guard is in town on his final leg for the #drosetour event. The weather was not helping when you travel from the Mall of Asia by jeepney and taking the MRT all the way to Cubao. The event started smoothly as always but not as what you’d expect it to be if you’re a casual spectator of the game. Well namely the game of basketball which speaks the international language which has become the Philippines’ favorite past time. Just being there is electrifying and being a fan definitely makes you not miss seeing an actual Chicago Bulls player.

adidas Basketball: Team Signature to Crazy Light!

05.30.2011 - It wasn't a fluke but it was definitely a blessing. If you work hard for it without stepping everyone's toes you'll get there. Close friends will be there to support you for being unselfish. Its how the way of things to live by that brings the best of everyone, but not one individual is gonna be shinning like they earned something. In reality, just like basketball it is a team sport. With that said, it was truly remarkable to be part of something, and it is also humbling to know that when you put something into it and not expect something in return sometimes that dedication pays off and that's where things happening. Jump after the cut...

adidas Basketball: TS Heat Check!

05.28.2011 - Wearing it again for the fourth time. The TS Heat Check courtesy of adidas when I got invited to the launch of the shoes. I haven't been into basketball shoes in a while, but this pair was part of the product launch for adidas Philippines as one of their latest sneakers to be released locally. The last time I wore this was during the recently concluded Adidas all 24 event just to show my support to the brand. adidas is All-in for the campaign and they're slowly growing not just in sports but lifestyle as well. Jump after the cut...

I'm All In with adidas and the Chicago Bulls!

04.14.2011 - Yesterday while I was compiling some photos for a friend a messenger rang the door bell. I was compiling some photos for a friend who is about to leave for the US. I couldn't be surprised, but I have to the thank adidas and Green Bulb for this token of appreciation. I've been a fan of the Bulls since the Jordan Era, and that stems beyond having relatives living in that city. Even before the first three-peat there was something brewing in the Windy City, and yet back then I wasn't that basketball untul during the height of the dynasty. Jump after the cut...