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Fajardo excited for OQT


After getting a feel of various big men from other countries during Gilas’ tune-up games both here and in Europe, reigning PBA MVP June Mar Fajardo is excited to play in the OQT and match-up against NBA-caliber centers.

“Excited na ako. Ilang tulog na lang, OQT na,” Fajardo said.

Although Fajardo struggled with foul trouble against Turkey, the reigning PBA MVP said he gained more confidence from the tune-up match.

“Sabi rin ni coach, aggressive eh. Kailangan ko ingatan yung fouls ko kasi baka gamitin ako ni coach eh,” he said. “Okay naman, naka-gain ako ng kumpiyansa sa kanila kasi malalaki sila e.”FIBA-Images-Fajardo Fajardo excited for OQT 2016 Manila OQT Basketball News Philippines  - philippine sports news
“Yun nga lang, may mga game plan lang kami na kailangan sundin. Hindi lang match-up lang.”

Fajardo also said that although it will be a much different atmosphere going up against the world’s giants, he has the support of the entire team.

“Mahirap yung malaki eh. Mahirap talaga. Sabi naman ni coach kapag hindi kaya magbibigay naman ng help yung ibang teammates ko,” he said.

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