People don’t realize how big the game of basketball really is in the Philippines. When I went to Manila.. there was literally a basketball tournament happening in every neighborhood.

@i-am-your-conscience

10 ай бұрын

There is one legendary neighbourhood basketball field, the tenement - even some NBA players visited it because they love basketball there in this project and have great artists who design the field

@jermainerodgers

10 ай бұрын

Sobrang laki pero sobra din ang talo

@adingdingdiiing6740

10 ай бұрын

It's a well known fact that basketball is big in the Philippines so to say that "people don't realize how big the game of basketball is in the Philippines" is wrong. In fact almost every hooper who visits the country says they know how big the sport is in the Philippines.

@rigel3389

9 ай бұрын

You got your sentence wrong. It should be the game of basketball is being played it places you wouldn’t imagine it would be. Basketball in the Philippines has been very big, known fact na yan matagal na

@poormansways

9 ай бұрын

FYI po, ang mga tenement kasi ay isang uri ng pabahay para sa mga low income people pero not necessarily na mahirap. So parang mga ghetto sa US, kaya dyan sila napunta. Mga ganyang lugar kasi yung para sa mga mahihirap pero ligal. Hindi katulad sa mga lugar na may informal settlers o squatters. kailangan din kasi nila i-promote yung ligal na paninirahan at hindi yung pangi-squatters. Sobrang illegal kasi sa kanila yon.

As an igorot, i'd like to appreciate featuring our tribes. Basketball has been there ever since I was a kid, I used to watch our local basketball sport here in the Philippines (PBA). Seeing that basketball has been there during my ancestor's time makes it more special. Thank you!

@user-mj8zf4qq7u

9 ай бұрын

puglit

@JomerTB

9 ай бұрын

Did you watch the video before commenting? They did highlight the igorots in this video.

@GoodOlAllisonHarvard

9 ай бұрын

Basketball was actually introduced relatively recently to The Philippines by Americans at the very start of the 20th century. 😊🙌🏾👌🏾🇵🇭☀️🌟✨

Now this, even most Filipinos are unaware of! Kudos to the researchers and marketing team of NBA!

Thank u NBA you've really recognized our Traditional Culture and the most passionate Basketball fan base in the World.Proud Filipina here❤️🇵🇭.

@EastBayIzm510

8 ай бұрын

Filipinos were not hooping in the 90s in the Bay area at least

Philippines is one of the most passionate basketball fanbases in the world 🇵🇭 💯

@JayzoTheNextKobeBryant

10 ай бұрын

Yes It Is Dawg

@gracegugz

10 ай бұрын

nah

@Venbari13

10 ай бұрын

Overyproud amp 😂puro mahihina naman

@267music5

10 ай бұрын

baka nanay mo toxic hahaha

@MikeTenorio-vs3ke

10 ай бұрын

​@@Venbari13ikaw ,malakas ka? baka nga grade 1 lng kaya mo

From 🇯🇵 based in 🇫🇷 currently: Philippino players are in both countries I’ve lived in and they are really competitive and enjoying hooping. Respect for your love to basketball!!

@cadencanares1063

9 ай бұрын

Why does everyone say Philipino and not Filipino (proper way of saying)

@Walterwhite29310

9 ай бұрын

@@cadencanares1063fr

@timalejaga2188

9 ай бұрын

​@@cadencanares1063believe me they didn't intend to mispronounced. I recalled one of my Polish co worker thought that the people in our country was called Philippians like Indonesian, Malaysian, etc coutries having suffix -ian. 😅

@tariqseifain3811

9 ай бұрын

​@@cadencanares1063 Japanese - Hapon Chinese - intsik Arabic - Arabo Indian / Hindi- Bumbay Tayo nang Filipino tinatawag natin Sila ng ganyang words kahit Hindi nila alam Yung salita na yun..... atleast sa atin MAINTINDIHAN mo pa tawag nila sa Pinoy..... Minsan mag isip isip din

@cadencanares1063

9 ай бұрын

@@tariqseifain3811 Barely understood that, but understood it

Our appreciation goes to the NBA Organization for recognizing how important Basketball is in the Philippines.... Mabuhay, Puso 🫶💯

Proud to be Igorot! Proud to be Mountain Province ❤ No blood, No foul basketball brand 🇵🇭🫰❤

@HaggiyoPilipinas

10 ай бұрын

Agpaysu dayta, no blood no foul nga talaga.😊

@consciouscollector

8 ай бұрын

That's why its not basketball, when you get referees your teams suck hard. Its not MMA, if you wanna be beat someone up that's the place for it

Mad props to NBA! Damn son this is quality content! ❤🇵🇭

Need more stories like this about the Filipino’s love for basketball. Probably the most passionate basketball country in the world 🇵🇭🏀

@ayidonno

10 ай бұрын

Close between Philippines and Lithuania but Philippines has the bigger population so I will give them that

@jccapistrano13

10 ай бұрын

Passionate yeah but also kinda toxic.

@hurbrowns5397

10 ай бұрын

Sadly, a passion that doesn't translate to any success

@KJRtv1987

10 ай бұрын

@@hurbrowns5397 indeed ur right. We, Filipinos, can only dominate in our region (SEA) but in others like world cup, we are really behind.

@thegagz

10 ай бұрын

@@KJRtv1987 we chose the one sport where height is required 😂 regardless, the fandom and passion for the sport is second to none.

Proud to be Filipino. It could not be denied that basketball is already a culture in the country. No matter how disadvantaged we are due to the lack of natural size compared to western and African nations, still, we love to hoop and it would surely stay that way for a long time.

Its always great to learn more about my own culture 🇵🇭 thanks NBA for posting

@a2g793

10 ай бұрын

Bandwagon

@RockyTheRooster

10 ай бұрын

​@@a2g793Anong bandwagon dun?

@NO-1515

10 ай бұрын

@@a2g793 putang ina

@thelonelycatproject

10 ай бұрын

@@a2g793labo ng comment mo😂😂😂

@HaggiyoPilipinas

10 ай бұрын

Hayaan nyo na, typical basher

I love how global basketball is, and that pretty much everyone knows that 99.9% of us cannot play like NBA players, but they inspire us to have fun and experiment with style. Wherever you are, all you need is a court and a ball. You can even practice on your own, play one-on-one with just one other player, play 21 or H-O-R-S-E, get a game of 2x2, 3x3, or a full 5x5 game. The sport can scale up or down to match the number of players and level of play, and it moves quickly.

Tribal fusion with the western world! Simply impressive! Thanks for featuring the Philippines

Our very own Igorot brothers just been featured in a NBA channel. Wow!Basketball crazed pinoys of varied culture from the city slums to the mountains. ❤🙌

The cinematography and storytelling masterly showcased the Tadian culture and basketball. Amazing work 💙

From makeshift hoops, rugged streets, no shoes on just pure sheer love of basketball welcome to the PH

Need more short films about basketball in the Phillipines!

@HybridbasketballPH

10 ай бұрын

Like in camarine sur po

Thanks NBA. I've never known we have this kind of tradition of my fellow igorots. More of this short films. 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🏀

Thanks for showing the Filipino heritage!!! It is a great honor to the Philippines!!!

@kentymashmilo758

10 ай бұрын

Sa pilipinas lang po ito nirelease

@joselitofilipino9618

10 ай бұрын

@@kentymashmilo758Why can I see it then? I’m from Canada😂

@1anfinity08

10 ай бұрын

@@kentymashmilo758 There's no such thing like that. You don't have control over what specific countries can view your uploaded videos. Gumagawa ka lang ng kwento

@versavice9423

9 ай бұрын

​@@kentymashmilo758 sabi nila lovely people daw tayong pilipino sa mga foreigners, pero kapwa pilipino mismo maniwala ka! .Lalong lalo na sa mga katutubo!

"In the Philippines, the love for basketball knows no boundaries! From the bustling cities to the serene villages, and even amidst the majestic mountains, the spirit of the game unites us all. It's a testament to the power of sport to bring people together, transcending geographical barriers and celebrating the passion that burns within every Filipino heart. Let's continue to shoot for our dreams, both on and off the court, because in the Philippines, basketball is not just a game; it's a way of life that inspires us to reach greater heights!" 🏀🇵🇭 #ProudPinoy #BasketballPassion #OnePhilippineSpirit

@harleycunmanabat6267

10 ай бұрын

weh?

Shoutout the Philippines 🇵🇭 - Global Ceezy 🌐

@alfredodelosreyes5304

9 ай бұрын

Global cezzy come back in philippines we play basketball again

Thank you NBA for sharing this beautiful story and featuring the Filipino culture. Playing basketball has been the favorite past time of many Filipinos. :) The passion we have for the sport is immeasurable. :) With or without shoes/footwear on, as long we got the ball and a ring, we play ball. :)

It is truly amazing to discover unique things here in the PH continuously. Thank you for showing once again our culture, especially in basketball ❤

Igorotak!!! Thank you NBA Philippines.

The best Philippines Basketball culture. Fans are very supportive everywhere.. ❤

FASCINATING! Thank you for expanding my insight, ESPN. This was the best feature you have produced in YEARS! I would love to see a much longer feature on this aspect of philippine culture!

@algrand52

10 ай бұрын

There is a ton of yt vids about the Philippines - which has become the vloggers' (mostly foreign) capital the past 3 yrs.

@Hibbs4Prez

10 ай бұрын

ESPN had nothing to do with this video.

WOW 👌👏 Awesome !!! God Bless The Philippines 🇵🇭 🙏 ❤️

The Igorots of the Mountain Province are known for their warrior culture and headhunting practices. Just think of that when he said they play a rugged and physical game -- its on another level! Heck, there are money games in the streets of PH where the only rule is "No Blood, No Foul" and that's beside the fact that most street games are played bare footed or with slippers./

The love and passion of basketball for Filipinos is truly amazing 👏 🙌 ... thank you #NBA for featuring our kababayans..... mabuhay and Godbless to all of you.

Proud to be Filipino! Thanks for making this, NBA

@mhoadievdelapaz3703

10 ай бұрын

Filipino Pride has nothing to do with people from random places playing some basketball 🤣Maybe next time a garbage collector playing basketball is already Pinoy Pride,how shallow😄

@ronaldonaldmcqueen3233

8 ай бұрын

Dapat iba comment section ng mga ganto e

You will find the MOST beautiful basketball courts all over the PH, it's incredible to see. Also, if you are a tall dude you will get asked to play (and if you can dunk) where ever you go,. They are cazy about this game and if you get a chance to visit the PH go, truly an amazing place.

@i-am-your-conscience

10 ай бұрын

Lol yes.. Thats why I now practise at basketball courts because the last visit in the Philippines was so embarrassing for me in that regard :D

@thegagz

10 ай бұрын

yes this is true. I'm filipino and I went back home a few months ago. I am 6'0 which is not tall by western standards but in the Philippines, everyone kept asking if I played basketball and just general comments about my height.

@rampage4695

10 ай бұрын

​@@thegagz6'0 is considered tall in any country in the world except Netherlands and south sudan

I have lived in the Philippines for 34 years. I have played basketball in a wide variety of venues and taken photos of basketball courts in an even wider variety of places. They love the game and know more about the NBA than I do.

Wow! Filipinos love basketball. Wish we could have deeper education in modern basketball system that makes the National team more competitive. Gilas Pilipinas Puso! ♥️

Playing basketball barefoot! 😲 Filipinos LOVE basketball so much. It's no doubt that it has become part of the Philippine Culture! Lol. Thank you NBA for this amazing short film! 🥰

It's quite remarkable how they play basketball barefoot. It truly demonstrates the deep passion and dedication Filipinos have for the sport, showcasing their hardcore spirit at its finest!

This is so beautiful. Thank you for featuring our beautiful country and culture. Igorots are really underrated here in the Philippines. They are sometimes being ridiculed because of the clothes and such and it's so good to have you film their culture, so that they'll become known and appreciated.

Grateful and thankful to you much NBA for uploading it. Proud to be pinoy and I was really a basketball fan since I was in grade school up to now. More power and God bless always.

Even as a Filipino, I didn't know this one existed. Thanks for featuring!

Very admirable for giving Respect to late Kobe and his daughter by drawing beautiful artwork on one of their famous Basketball court. (I saw that in one of Asian food documentaries on Netflix, i knew from there Filipinos No. 1 sport is Basketball)

More basketball stories like these from around the world, please. ☝👍👍👍👍👍

This should be viral ❤ thank you so much NBA this is so informative, inspirational and educational .🎉

Salamat NBA! from Cebu, Philippines 🥰🥰

This is great ESPN! Thank you!!! You guys rock!!!

Thank you for featuring the Philippines! Proud to be Pinoy! :)

and its in the mountain top the pressure and high altitude makes you hard to breath. Much Love and Respect to Our Igorot Brothers and Sisters.

Thankyou NBA!💓 Basketball no.1 Sports in 🇵🇭

Wow 🥳thank you NBA for featuring🇵🇭

There are two things Pinoys are known for in general. Singing and our love for Basketball. Even Pacquaio loves playing basketball. He even made the MPBL, one of the professional basketball league here in the Philippines.

@2kPinoyHoops

10 ай бұрын

And he played in the PBA!

@ayidonno

10 ай бұрын

​@@2kPinoyHoopspacman can hoop?

@ferocious1288

10 ай бұрын

yes@@ayidonno

The Philippines arguably is the most passionate to a point fanatical basketball country in the world. Everyone plays here barefoot, slippers, shoes and in the streets, dirt, grass, etc. Basketball spaces are even neutral grounds for army troopers and rebels to unwind on Sundays. It is very common in fiestas in local villages/municipalities that someone gets knifed after a game of basketball whether a player or a fan. The Philippines vs Australia "basketbrawl" was nothing compared to local fiesta game riots.

Thank u, NBA. Proud to be a Filipino.

Thank you NBA for sharing this informative and beautiful video about one of the culture of Philippines.💓

This is an incredible subject and an incredible short documentary. More respect to Philo ballers!

Wow thank you NBA. Proud to be Filipino

Love it. Thank you NBA for the exposure

Thank you, NBA, to discover the talent of my countrymen Igorot, I hope NBA will give the tribes of igorot Filipino people a chance or opportunity to show the world their talents as NBA basketball players.

love this so much. thank you for the feature, NBA!

Thanks nba for recognizing how we filipinos loved the sport of basketball. This is where you can find the true meaning of Ball is Life

Thank you nba showing phil how love the culture of hooping

Thank you NBA for sharing to the world that we really love for basketball, and the fact that you've shared this traditional "Bahag-ketball", we are really passionate about this game.

Basket ball is life in the Philippines. I remember our inter barangay league and the street basketball. People will gather to watch the game. Happy childhood memories in our barrio.😊

Mabuhay🎉🎉🎉the real and pure filipino torogi

The players are all wearing "Air" jordans. Nothing but Air.

Ganda ng film making!! Good job sir Carlo and the team!!!

Thank you NBA! Philippines 💪

Love from Nagaland❤❤❤ Mountain Baller to Mountain Ballers

😮😮😮😮 God bless nba thank you 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

THANK YOU NBA FOR LOVING MY COUNTRY PHILIPPINES!!

Kudos to NBA for highly appreciated video for Filipino's passion on basketball....

Thank you NBA for doing this, showing our tradition and culture to world, this means a lot for us. Our country really loves playing basketball even most of us are lacking in height, we used to play in the middle of the daylight even its hot, we call ourselves “Solar Boys”, we used to play in barefoot sometimes we call it “naka adidas na shoes 😅”, and whatever reasons, most of the time we used to say “Ball is Life!” because we always find ways to play basketball. You have lot of things to discover in our country specially the sports of basketball, and you can count on us that we will support the sports (the NBA). Proud Pinoy here! Mabuhay mga kababayang Igorot! Mabuhay Pilipinas! Mabuhay NBA! 🫡🏀⛹🏻‍♂️

This was very insightful. Thanks for featuring this.

Thank you NBA 💗🇵🇭

Thank you NBA for feathured our country💙💓Proud filipino🔥

Thankyou NBA☺️💕 For featuring my country

Such a dope mini-documentary. Props to NBA for doing this

Wow!!! Thank you for featuring our country, NBA! 🤩

THANK YOU NBA FOR PUTTING THIS OUT THERE. As a Filipino that was born in the Philippines but grew up in the states, I have zero knowledge about this place in the Philippines. This is definitely eye opening. So thank you!

Maraming salamat NBA! Mabuhay kayo ❤

@adianbeat6701

10 ай бұрын

Yes

We filipino love basketball so much❤❤❤

great job to the whole team who made this video possible. specially to the writer and director sir Carlo Ledesma. pangarap ko makasulat din ng ganitong kagandang storya.

Thank you so much NBA!❤❤❤

Production quality is just amazing!

Kudos to NBA for showing the talents of our kababayans.

Proud to be Pinoy here🖐️ basketball is part of our life❤🏀 thank you NBA for recognize our country especially to Igorot tribe

@arnoldeveretteguay5320

9 ай бұрын

Igorot are not tribe. They are called people of cordillera. Mt province are the bontoc tribe and they Re igorot also, Ifugaos people are igorots also., benguet province people composed of 6 tribes especially in baguio city. They are kankanaey, ibaloi, Tuwali, kalanguya, Kalinga, tingiians

@arnoldeveretteguay5320

9 ай бұрын

Igorot is composed of 6 province and 2 cities of Baguio city and Tabuk city kalinga

Thanks NBA! Basketball is big here in the Philippines!

70 percent of the friends i made in America when i migrated from the Philippines were made through basketball. It's so sad today's youth don't have that physical bond yet proud of their faceless online friend playing CoD.

Wow! Thank you for featuring this.

Being from the Philippines 1. You sing 2. You ❤ basketball Maybe 3. You box 😂😂

Bball is life back home!! Literally ☺️🤓.. I grew up in Manila and growing up we play bball almost 24/7 going to different towns and play for Ice water or 1 liter of Coke 😂.. Small leagues all over every summer. Fun Times indeed!

Whaaaat, just randomly browsing and the NBA just published a feature from my hometown!!?? Well done quality content of course!

Salamat NBA sa Pag Featured sa mga Kapwa ko Igorot ❤️🏀

Thank you NBA for sharing this story. I never aware that there’s such thing like this Bahag- ketball although I’m from the Philippines and a basketball fan..

hell yeah!! this is great content, thanks for highlighting the basketball culture in the north of philippines. Such an underrated story everyone should be aware of .

Thank you nba! Proud pinoy

This is one of a kind. Thanks for sharing this one.👍

Thank you NBA❤❤❤

Never seen this before... Now the world knows that Igorots can hoop!!!👍🇵🇭

@arnoldeveretteguay5320

9 ай бұрын

2 of them are PNP personel. And they are already BBall players during collage days

Thank You NBA 💪🇵🇭

Proud half Igorot on my mom's side. Dad is Ilocano ❤ 🇵🇭 Born in Baguio City. Can't wait to go back to the Philippines!

This is a very accurate representation of the Philippines' love for basketball. Basketball is literally everywhere in the Philippines. I remember that when I was little, my Mom would always take me to a basketball game during fiesta celebrations. It's crazy how everyone cheers, even during outdoor games in the middle of scorching sun.