Filipino Stars Shine Bright as Suwon and Cagulangan Advance to KBL Semifinals
Source: news.source.inquirer
JD Cagulangan and the Suwon KT Sonicboom have secured their spot in the Korean Basketball League (KBL) semifinals after a thrilling victory over the Daegu KOGAS Pegasus in Game 5 of the quarterfinals. Cagulangan, the KBL Rookie of the Year, played a pivotal role in the win. The semifinals will feature an impressive lineup of Filipino imports across all teams, showcasing the significant impact of Filipino talent in the league.
Key Points
JD Cagulangan and Suwon KT Sonicboom defeated Daegu KOGAS Pegasus in Game 5 to advance to the KBL semifinals.
Cagulangan, the reigning KBL Rookie of the Year, contributed significantly with 12 points, four assists, one rebound, and one steal.
SJ Belangel, playing for Daegu, nearly forced a Game 6 but missed a crucial three-pointer.
All four teams in the KBL semifinals will feature Filipino imports, highlighting the influence of Filipino players in the league.
Carl Tamayo is another Filipino player mentioned, playing for Changwon LG Sakers.
