Kobe Paras, once the high-flying poster boy of Gilas’ new generation, is back in the US after deciding to pursue his basketball career under the guidance of Kai Sotto’s management team East West Private. He had committed to play for UCLA but failed to make the cut despite glowing stats in FIBA U16 and U18 competitions. At Creighton, Paras warmed the bench, scored a season-high six points and collected only 20 points in 15 games. While Gilas won both outings, critics again pounced on Paras like the Savior who couldn’t deliver even if the team went unbeaten. With no clarity on the horizon for the UAAP to restart, Paras took the US route and renounced his UP eligibility.

Source: Philippine Star April 20, 2021 15:56 UTC