Strong Group-Pilipinas will have a complete lineup when it takes on Chinese-Taipei A in the virtual championship match of the 43rd William Jones Cup tonight at 7:00 PM.
Rhenz Abando and Angelo Kouame will play through their respective injuries, while Tajuan Agee was discharged from the hospital on Saturday after suffering from food poisoning.
“Rhenz’s hand is still swollen and the same goes for Ange’s knee, but they will play through it since this is an all-or-nothing game,” said Strong Group head coach Charles Tiu.
“They know how important this game is for the country.”
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Tiu also addressed Agee’s condition: “We will be watching Agee’s minutes closely since he has been very dehydrated because of the gastro issues he suffered. His health is important, but his presence on the court is also crucial for us.”
In five games played, Kouame is averaging 11.0 points and 6.2 rebounds per game, while Agee has been a standout with averages of 12.8 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 2.6 steals per game.
Abando, in his four games, has contributed 6.8 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.2 steals per contest.
Sitting out the game are Allen Liwag and Jonathan Manalili.
