Simply days after arriving in Korean, JD Cagulangan makes his debut for Suwon KT Sonicboom within the KBL.
MANILA, Philippines —Simply days after arriving in Korea, JD Cagulangan made a formidable debut within the Korean Basketball League (KBL) on Saturday.
However his first recreation efforts had been spoiled after the Suwon KT Sonicboom fell to Justin Gutang and the Seoul Samsung Thunders, 78-64, at Suwon Enviornment.
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Cagulangan confirmed what he’s able to with seven factors, 9 assists, 5 steals, and 4 rebounds in 22 minutes of motion.
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“I like to go and I like to win,” Cagulangan mentioned in an interview upon becoming a member of the Sonicboom.
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And the College of the Philippines proved simply that, ending with a game-high in assists off the bench.
Sonicboom dropped to a 15-12 file in fourth place however regardless of the loss, Cagulangan mentioned he’s grateful to lastly enter a brand new chapter in his basketball profession.
“I’m very very grateful, particularly for this type of alternative it is a as soon as in a lifetime alternative that KT gave me,” Cagulangan mentioned.
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“Among the Filipino guys are taking part in abroad and everyone seems to be dreaming of taking part in abroad and I’m one in every of them. So it’s an sudden blessing for Filipinos as a result of now we’ve got lots of choices, you’ll be able to play overseas and keep within the Philippines. Choices for abroad is method higher,” he added.
The UAAP Season 87 Finals MVP admitted that he’s nonetheless adjusting to the freezing climate in South Korea however he made positive to make preparations earlier than flying out, leading to an honest KBL debut.
“So long as I wished to have fun Christmas as a result of Christmas within the Philippines may be very blissful and everyone seems to be giving items however I’ve an obligation after the season that’s why I want to coach exhausting and proceed my work. It’s my dream to be right here so I want to organize,” he mentioned.
Chasing a championship
Suwon KT Sonicboom’s latest recruit JD Cagulangan joins his KBL staff. –SUWON INSTAGRAM
Cagulangan additionally shared that his latest basketball membership made a huge effect on UP’s basketball program once they confronted one another two years in the past.
“I keep in mind once we went right here in Korea and we performed in opposition to KT and we didn’t get a win. I talked to my teammates and [told them] let’s begin a change. They turned extra targeted and everybody was cheering for one another after which we received a win. Each time we face KT, we’re having a tough time,” he mentioned.
Cagulangan led UP to its second title in 4 seasons, exacting a candy revenge on La Salle in Finals Sport 3.
After a shedding debut, the two-time UAAP champion is locked in for his subsequent aim, win a KBL title in his rookie 12 months.
“I need to win a championship particularly it’s my first 12 months. I’m very, very excited,” he mentioned.
Gutang had 11 factors, 4 assists, and two steals as Seoul rose to a 10-17 file upsetting Cagulangan and Sonicboom.
