Strong Group Athletics continues to fortify its roster for the upcoming 34th Dubai International Basketball Championship, enlisting former NBA player Malachi Richardson and journeyman forward Terry Larrier to join the squad headlined by DeMarcus Cousins and naturalized Filipinos Angelo Kouame and Andray Blatche.
The tournament is set to take place from January 24 to February 2, 2025.
Richardson, a 6-foot-6 shooting guard, was the 22nd overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft and has played for the Sacramento Kings and Toronto Raptors in the NBA.
After his stint in the NBA, Richardson went overseas, suiting up for clubs in Israel, Italy, Poland, Indonesia, and Mexico.
“Malachi is a great shooter, a true professional, and has shown a great attitude so far,” said Strong Group head coach Charles Tiu.
“We believe he’ll be a vital part of our success in Dubai.”
Meanwhile, Larrier is a 6-foot-7 small forward from New York.
Larrier has played in the G League for teams such as San Diego and Wisconsin, and he also has an extensive international résumé with stints in Sweden, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Romania, Venezuela, South Africa, and Qatar.
“We want guys who can help spread the floor for DeMarcus,” Tiu explained.
Joining the two reinforcements are Rhenz Abando, Dave Ildefonso, Jason Brickman, Allen Liwag, Tony Ynot, and Justine Sanchez.
