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PBA: June Mar Fajardo shrugs off major hand injury concerns
June Mar Fajardo in action in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup. -PBA IMAGES MANILA, Philippines–June Mar Fajardo believes he’ll have enough to recover from a hand injury he suffered during San Miguel Beer’s escape act over Rain or Shine in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup on Wednesday. Fajardo had to be treated after hurting his left hand…
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June Mar claims mind-boggling seventh MVP
June Mar Fajardo shows off his latest hoard—the All-Defensive, MVP and Mythical Team trophies that downplay his dominance last season. (Photo by JONAS TERRADO) Almost two weeks before winning an unprecedented seventh Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Most Valuable Player award, an enthusiastic June Mar Fajardo happily recalled the time he had being away from the…
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June Mar Fajardo wins seventh PBA MVP
June Mar Fajardo wins his seventh PBA MVP. Art by MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines–San Miguel Beer cornerstone June Mar Fajardo has won the Philippine Basketball Association’s Most Valuable Player once again, completing a return to form many thought would no longer happen. Fajardo beat out Scottie Thompson, the Barangay Ginebra’s indefatigable playmaker who won the…
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Though downplaying chances, June Mar Fajardo, Scottie favorites to win PBA MVP
June Mar Fajardo (left photo) and Scottie Thompson knowwhat it takes to win theMVP trophy. —PBA IMAGES The four candidates for the PBA’s Season 47 Most Valuable Player award all downplayed their chances of winning the coveted individual trophy that will be handed out during the new season’s opening on Sunday, as two of them…
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June Mar Fajardo dedicates Asian Games gold to late mother
Photo from June Mar Fajardo’s Instagram MANILA, Philippines—June Mar Fajardo made sure to dedicate his latest feat to the most special person in his life. “Gold medalist na akong Mama! Wish I could put this medal around your neck Ma!” wrote Fajardo on his Instagram on Friday. The six-time PBA MVP recently helped Gilas Pilipinas…
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Bruno Fernando praises June Mar Fajardo, ‘well-coached’ Gilas – rezal404
Bruno Fernandes celebrates during a game against Gilas Pilipinas in the Fiba World Cup at Araneta Coliseum. -MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines — Angola big man Bruno Fernando heaped praise on June Mar Fajardo and the “well-coached” Gilas Pilipinas on Sunday night. Fernando helped Angola boost its bid to qualify for the second round after beating…
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June Mar Fajardo rues loss of game Gilas could have won, eyes bounce-back – rezal404
Gilas Pilipinas’ June Mar Fajardo goes for a shot against the Dominican Republic in the Fiba World Cup. -FIBA BOCAUE — June Mar Fajardo felt a tinge of regret after Gilas Pilipinas’ gallant stand fell short to the Karl-Anthony Towns-led Dominican Republic, 87-81, Friday night in the Fiba World Cup at Philippine Arena here. “It’s too…
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June Mar Fajardo flaunts efficiency to lead local Gilas standouts – rezal404
Gilas Pilipinas’ June Mar Fajardo goes for a shot against the Dominican Republic in the Fiba World Cup. -MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net BOCAUE — June Mar Fajardo led all locals in Gilas Pilipinas’ 87-81 loss to the Dominican Republic in the Fiba World Cup opener on Friday night. The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA)’s six-time Most Valuable Player…
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Chot Reyes lauds ‘very efficient’ June Mar Fajardo in Gilas loss – rezal404
Gilas Pilipinas’ June Mar Fajardo goes for a shot against the Dominican Republic in the Fiba World Cup. -MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net BOCAUE—If there was ever any doubt, June Mar Fajardo showed on Friday night that he can also be an offensive force on the Fiba World Cup stage. Aside from Jordan Clarkson, Gilas also turned to…
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June Mar Fajardo vows Gilas Pilipinas will ‘put up a fight’ in Fiba World Cup – rezal404
Gilas Pilipinas center June Mar Fajardo. MANILA, Philippines — June Mar Fajardo believes Gilas Pilipinas needs to execute better on defense when Gilas Pilipinas kicks off its Fiba World Cup 2023 hosting on Friday at Philippine Arena in Bocaue, Bulacan. After the last two of their three friendlies against Montenegro and Mexico, the six-time PBA…
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