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Jimmy Alapag reunites with LA Tenorio at NBA game, reflects on coaching journey
Jimmy Alapag reunites with LA Tenorio at NBA game, reflects on coaching journey
Toff C.,
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Published Apr 15, 2025 05:56 PM PHT
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Updated Apr 15, 2025 08:18 PM PHT

Former Gilas Pilipinas teammates Jimmy Alapag and LA Tenorio recently reunited in Sacramento, California, during an NBA game.
Former Gilas Pilipinas teammates Jimmy Alapag and LA Tenorio recently reunited in Sacramento, California, during an NBA game.
In an Instagram post, Jimmy shared a heartfelt message as he welcomed LA to a Sacramento Kings game, where he currently serves as an assistant coach.
In an Instagram post, Jimmy shared a heartfelt message as he welcomed LA to a Sacramento Kings game, where he currently serves as an assistant coach.
Meanwhile, LA now serves as the head coach of Gilas Pilipinas Youth.
Meanwhile, LA now serves as the head coach of Gilas Pilipinas Youth.
"Great having my close friend, former Gilas teammate, and brother @la_tenorio here in Sacramento for a Kings game," Jimmy posted.
"Great having my close friend, former Gilas teammate, and brother @la_tenorio here in Sacramento for a Kings game," Jimmy posted.
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He reflected on conversations they had years ago about one day coaching in the NBA, which was a dream that has since become a reality for him.
He reflected on conversations they had years ago about one day coaching in the NBA, which was a dream that has since become a reality for him.
"Had conversations years ago about one day getting an opportunity to coach in the NBA, and now 4 yrs later here we are," he posted.
"Had conversations years ago about one day getting an opportunity to coach in the NBA, and now 4 yrs later here we are," he posted.
Jimmy also looked back on their early days as PBA rivals and how their relationship evolved through their time with the national team, leading to their current roles as coaches.
Jimmy also looked back on their early days as PBA rivals and how their relationship evolved through their time with the national team, leading to their current roles as coaches.
"From our days as fierce competitors in the PBA, to the brotherhood we helped create with Gilas Pilipinas, and now a new chapter as coaches trying to help grow the game we both love! Excited to see you lead the next generation of Filipino hoopers!!" he remarked.
"From our days as fierce competitors in the PBA, to the brotherhood we helped create with Gilas Pilipinas, and now a new chapter as coaches trying to help grow the game we both love! Excited to see you lead the next generation of Filipino hoopers!!" he remarked.
LA also took to social media to thank Jimmy for sharing his experience and knowledge from his NBA coaching career.
LA also took to social media to thank Jimmy for sharing his experience and knowledge from his NBA coaching career.
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"Grateful for moments like these! 🙏 Visiting my close friend and my brother, Coach @jalapag3 , here in Sacramento. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience coaching in the NBA," LA said
"Grateful for moments like these! 🙏 Visiting my close friend and my brother, Coach @jalapag3 , here in Sacramento. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience coaching in the NBA," LA said
He went on: "Your insights inspire me a lot. Excited to share this experience with the next generation of players! Here’s to many more memories, lessons, and unforgettable moments together brother! Love you my brother! ❤️"
He went on: "Your insights inspire me a lot. Excited to share this experience with the next generation of players! Here’s to many more memories, lessons, and unforgettable moments together brother! Love you my brother! ❤️"
Fans online were quick to react to their reunion.
Fans online were quick to react to their reunion.
"Wow! It’s so great to see you both together again! This brings back memories of your era," one fan commented.
"Wow! It’s so great to see you both together again! This brings back memories of your era," one fan commented.
"Legends on and off the court," another fan said.
"Legends on and off the court," another fan said.
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