Dwight Ramos, a Filipino basketball player currently playing for Levanga Hokkaido in the Japan B.League, has been selected as the team captain for the Asia All-Stars team in the Asia Rising Star event of the upcoming Japan B.League All-Star Weekend in Okinawa. This event, scheduled for January 12-14, 2024, will showcase Ramos leading his fellow Filipino imports, as well as seven other Asian imports, in a match against young stars of the Japanese league.
Ramos will be joined by other notable Filipino players, including RJ Abarrientos, brothers Thirdy and Kiefer Ravena, Ray Parks, Jr., Matthew Wright, Kai Sotto, Carl Tamayo, Roosevelt Adams, and Greg Slaughter. His selection as the team captain highlights his significant impact and success in the B.League. Ramos, along with Park, recently joined the 1000-point club in the league, marking a significant milestone in their professional careers.
This All-Star event is a testament to the growing influence and skill of Asian basketball players, particularly Filipinos, in international leagues. It provides a platform for these players to showcase their talents and represent their countries on a larger stage.