Basketball player Ja Morant is resting in the Philippines
NBA Star Ja Morant's Philippine Visit: A Thrilling Experience for Fans
NBA star Ja Morant, the 2020 Rookie of the Year and 2022 Most Improved Player, made his first visit to the Philippines in early August 2025. The visit was a significant part of Morant's "Make Them Watch Tour," sponsored by Nike, and it didn't disappoint the enthusiastic Filipino fans.
Morant expressed his excitement about being in the Philippines and found the fans to be very welcoming and loving towards him and his family. The highlight of his visit was an exhibition game held at The Courtyard in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, where he showcased his electrifying dunks, dance moves, and basketball skills.
Two local basketball players were also part of the exhibition game, with CJ Cansino, Rhenz Abando, Jack Animam, Jeron Teng, and Ricci Rivero wearing Morant's Nike signature shoe, the Ja 3, featuring a ZoomX foam midsole. The players displayed their skills and agility, leaving the audience in awe.
The visit was not just a promotional event for Morant's shoe but also an opportunity to connect with fans. Morant granted personal meetings to two fans, including a diehard fan who presented a birthday wish and a tattoo featuring Morant. He also signed autographs and engaged closely with local basketball enthusiasts during the 2025 PBA Philippine Cup period.
Morant's Manila stop underscored his efforts to expand his global presence, especially in basketball-enthusiastic countries like the Philippines. The tour and events were a testament to his commitment to connecting with fans worldwide.
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- Ja Morant, the NBA star, showcased his electrifying dunks and basketball skills during the exhibition game held in Manila as part of the Nike Ja 3 Launch and "Make Them Watch Tour."
- Local basketball players, including CJ Cansino, Rhenz Abando, Jack Animam, Jeron Teng, and Ricci Rivero, joined Ja Morant during his Philippine visit, donning his Nike signature shoe and displaying their skills, creating a memorable experience for fans.
