Rookies-Sophomores outlast Juniors in high-scoring PBA All-Star opener
![Jerom Lastimosa drives to the basket during the Rookies-Sophomores match against the Juniors in the PBA All-Star opener. [photo credit: Peter Baltazar, PBA pool]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/647419952_1701353934366759_8752332618471571915_n-400x200.jpg)
Jerom Lastimosa powered the Rookies-Sophomores to a 154-150 win over the Juniors to open the PBA ArenaPlus All-Star weekend.
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China rallies past Chinese Taipei to sweep Window 2 in FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers
![China closes Window 2 strong with a 100-93 win over Chinese Taipei. [photo credit: Peter Baltazar]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/639493306_1633575727824633_8235623419707369497_n-400x200.jpg)
China overcame a late deficit to beat Chinese Taipei 100-93, completing a two-game sweep in Window 2 of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers.
Gilas Pilipinas falls to Australia but keeps second round hopes alive in FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers
![Gilas Pilipinas fought hard but fell to Australia 93-66. [photo credit: Peter Baltazar]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/638085557_4414761795471087_3935513852937882743_n-400x200.jpg)
Gilas Pilipinas struggled early against Australia but showed fight in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers, remaining qualified for the Second Round despite a 93-66 defeat.
Singapore to host back-to-back FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup and World Cup qualifier in 2026
![Action from last year’s FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup at OCBC Square, Singapore. [photo credit: The Kallang]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/FIBA-3x3-Asia-Cup-2025_Australia-vs-Japan_Credit-The-Kallang-400x200.jpg)
Singapore gears up for a historic stretch of 3×3 basketball as it hosts the FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup 2026 and its first-ever FIBA 3×3 World Cup Qualifier.
Manila Hustle 3×3 Season 4 highlights women’s basketball excellence
The Manila Hustle 3×3 Season 4 showcased elite Filipina talent and international competition, emphasizing skill, visibility, and perseverance in women’s basketball.
Quentin Millora-Brown set to arrive in Manila to boost Gilas Pilipinas
The SBP confirms Quentin Millora-Brown is flying in from Japan and ready to reinforce Gilas Pilipinas for upcoming campaigns.
Anthony Edwards leads Stars to NBA All-Star victory and MVP honors
![Edwards and the Stars team pose with the championship trophy at the Intuit Dome. [photo credit: NBA Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot_668-400x200.png)
Anthony Edwards dominated the NBA All-Star weekend, guiding the Stars to a 47-21 win over the Stripes and claiming his first All-Star MVP in Los Angeles.
Damian Lillard wins NBA All-Star 3-point contest over Devin Booker
![Damian Lillard celebrates winning his third NBA All-Star 3-point contest title. [photo credit: NBA Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot_664-400x200.png)
Damian Lillard captured his third NBA All-Star 3-point contest title, edging Devin Booker and tying the record for most wins in contest history.
Keshad Johnson wins NBA All-Star Slam Dunk contest over Carter Bryant
![Keshad Johnson wins the NBA All-Star Slam Dunk contest with a jaw-dropping windmill from behind the judges! [photo credit: Keshad Johnson Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot_663-400x200.png)
Keshad Johnson of the Miami Heat captured the NBA All-Star Slam Dunk title, besting San Antonio rookie Carter Bryant with a spectacular windmill dunk from behind the judges’ table.
‘It’s just competition… One person gotta win’ – 1984 Slam Dunk king feels players are scared to lose
The NBA Slam Dunk contest faces renewed scrutiny as 1984 champion Larry Nance Sr. says today’s stars may be avoiding the event out of fear of losing, urging players to embrace competition.