Filipino large man Kai Sotto is heading to a different nation.
The Adelaide 36ers of the Australian NBL made the announcement on Sunday, citing it was Sotto’s subsequent transfer in his journey to make it to the NBA.
“A new opportunity for me is really good and another opportunity for me to play basketball, I’m excited,” Sotto mentioned, based on the 36ers’ web site.
“I didn’t want to spend a lot of time not playing, I’m lucky I’ve been offered this deal.”
Sotto mentioned he has gotten higher since becoming a member of the 36ers in 2021.
“Every season here (in Adelaide) I’ve got better and I’ll just keep on going from there,” Sotto mentioned.
In a publish, Sotto additionally thanked Adelaide for his two-season stint.
“I am so grateful for the two unforgettable years in the city of Adelaide! It had its ups and downs, but I’m sure 36ers community will always be part of my life and I’ll miss this place. I appreciate all my brothers that I got to share the court with. Thank you Adelaide,” Sotto wrote in his publish.
Sixers coach CJ Bruton is supportive of Sotto’s choice to play in a foreign country.
“It’s all about taking the next step for Kai and he will continue to grow as basketballer,” Bruton mentioned
In his stick with the Sixers, Sotto averaged 7.1 factors and 4.5 rebounds.
Sotto beforehand threw his hat within the NBA Draft however was not known as throughout Draft Day, with Paolo Banchero being the highest decide.
Earlier, the Sixers have been eradicated from rivalry within the NBL season after a loss towards Melbourne United, 116-107.
—JMB, GMA Integrated News
Source: www.gmanetwork.com
