Rondae Hollis-Jefferson's new deal in the Philippines includes NBA-out clause
Donatas Urbonas: Rondae Hollis-Jefferson confirmed he will play in the Philippines for the Tropang Giga next season. “The season ends in February, so I’m open to anyone who wants to call.” He also clarified to BasketNews that his agreement includes an NBA-out clause.
Source: Twitter @Urbodo
Source: Twitter @Urbodo
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Eurohoops @Eurohoopsnet
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson on his Kobe transformation: “Shabazz Napier tells me to take a DNA test” #FIBAWC #WinForAll
eurohoops.net/en/trademarks/… – 6:26 AM
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson on his Kobe transformation: “Shabazz Napier tells me to take a DNA test” #FIBAWC #WinForAll
eurohoops.net/en/trademarks/… – 6:26 AM
Ball Don’t Lie @Balldontlie
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson has SHINED for Jordan in two FIBA World Cup games 🇯🇴
vs. New Zealand:
39 PTS | 9 REB | 4 AST
vs. Greece:
24 PTS | 9 REB | 3 AST pic.twitter.com/B2bBPu5Tjn – 9:18 PM
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson has SHINED for Jordan in two FIBA World Cup games 🇯🇴
vs. New Zealand:
39 PTS | 9 REB | 4 ASTvs. Greece:
24 PTS | 9 REB | 3 AST pic.twitter.com/B2bBPu5Tjn – 9:18 PM
CBS NBA @CBSSportsNBA
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson is doing a nearly flawless Kobe Bryant impression in dominant FIBA World Cup run
(By @SamQuinnCBS)
cbssports.com/nba/news/ronda… – 12:52 PM
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson is doing a nearly flawless Kobe Bryant impression in dominant FIBA World Cup run
(By @SamQuinnCBS)
cbssports.com/nba/news/ronda… – 12:52 PM
StatMuse @statmuse
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson in two FIBA games:
31.5 PPG
9.0 RPG
54.3 FG%
And the highest scoring game (39 points) of the World Cup so far. pic.twitter.com/T5ZgDaxpAm – 9:52 AM
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson in two FIBA games:
31.5 PPG
9.0 RPG
54.3 FG%
And the highest scoring game (39 points) of the World Cup so far. pic.twitter.com/T5ZgDaxpAm – 9:52 AM
Matt Williams @StatsWilliams
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson scored 39 points for Jordan against New Zealand at the FIBA World Cup.
That is the most points by any player in a FIBA World Cup game since Dirk Nowitzki in 2006 vs Angola.
Nowitzki had 47. – 9:52 AM
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson scored 39 points for Jordan against New Zealand at the FIBA World Cup.
That is the most points by any player in a FIBA World Cup game since Dirk Nowitzki in 2006 vs Angola.
Nowitzki had 47. – 9:52 AM
Donatas Urbonas @Urbodo
Read the entire @BasketNews_com story about Rondae Hollis-Jefferson and the Mall of Asia Arena crowd bringing back the spirit of Kobe Bryant at a special night in the FIBA World Cup 2023.
basketnews.com/news-193837-ro… – 8:17 AM
Read the entire @BasketNews_com story about Rondae Hollis-Jefferson and the Mall of Asia Arena crowd bringing back the spirit of Kobe Bryant at a special night in the FIBA World Cup 2023.
basketnews.com/news-193837-ro… – 8:17 AM
Donatas Urbonas @Urbodo
6-year NBA veteran Rondae Hollis-Jefferson on his journey:
“Once I was out of the NBA, I had to reevaluate myself. I was in the Green Room. I thought I was on a pedestal & could do anything I wanted. Not being in the NBA & not having a roster spot woke me up to humble myself.” – 8:16 AM
6-year NBA veteran Rondae Hollis-Jefferson on his journey:
“Once I was out of the NBA, I had to reevaluate myself. I was in the Green Room. I thought I was on a pedestal & could do anything I wanted. Not being in the NBA & not having a roster spot woke me up to humble myself.” – 8:16 AM
Donatas Urbonas @Urbodo
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson confirmed he will play in the Philippines for the Tropang Giga next season.
“The season ends in February, so I’m open to anyone who wants to call.”
He also clarified to BasketNews that his agreement includes an NBA-out clause. – 8:07 AM
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson confirmed he will play in the Philippines for the Tropang Giga next season.
“The season ends in February, so I’m open to anyone who wants to call.”
He also clarified to BasketNews that his agreement includes an NBA-out clause. – 8:07 AM
Christos Tsaltas @Tsaltas46
I asked Rondae Hollis-Jefferson on his feeling about the “Kobe” chants from the fans in the stands at Mall of Asia Arena. “It’s an honour, man. It’s a dream came true. His name been chanted, he still lives through basketball”. #FIBAWC #Kobe @SportalgrG – 8:07 AM
I asked Rondae Hollis-Jefferson on his feeling about the “Kobe” chants from the fans in the stands at Mall of Asia Arena. “It’s an honour, man. It’s a dream came true. His name been chanted, he still lives through basketball”. #FIBAWC #Kobe @SportalgrG – 8:07 AM
Donatas Urbonas @Urbodo
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson on 39-point game vs. New Zealand and ‘Kobe’ chants in Manila:
“It means a lot, it’s an honor. There’s only one Kobe, for sure. But to feel that love and energy down the stretch and to hit those big shots, God was with me and Kobe was with me, for sure.” – 8:01 AM
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson on 39-point game vs. New Zealand and ‘Kobe’ chants in Manila:
“It means a lot, it’s an honor. There’s only one Kobe, for sure. But to feel that love and energy down the stretch and to hit those big shots, God was with me and Kobe was with me, for sure.” – 8:01 AM
BasketNews @BasketNews_com
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson felt Kobe was with him and allowed him to hit those CLUTCH shots down the stretch 🥹🙏
#FIBAWC #WinForAll pic.twitter.com/BoVw5co4NE – 7:53 AM
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson felt Kobe was with him and allowed him to hit those CLUTCH shots down the stretch 🥹🙏
#FIBAWC #WinForAll pic.twitter.com/BoVw5co4NE – 7:53 AM
BasketNews @BasketNews_com
In an overtime loss vs 🇳🇿 New Zealand, Rondae Hollis-Jefferson was trying to prove he has THE MAMBA MENTALITY 🤯🔥
39 PTS
12/24 FG
9 REB
4 AST
32 EFF
#FIBAWC #WinForAll pic.twitter.com/nKOL4KhKLH – 7:08 AM
In an overtime loss vs 🇳🇿 New Zealand, Rondae Hollis-Jefferson was trying to prove he has THE MAMBA MENTALITY 🤯🔥
39 PTS
12/24 FG
9 REB
4 AST
32 EFF
#FIBAWC #WinForAll pic.twitter.com/nKOL4KhKLH – 7:08 AM
BasketNews @BasketNews_com
HOW?! HOW?!
RONDAE HOLLIS-JEFFERSON JUST CONVERTED 3+1 TO TIE THE GAME AND TO SEND TO OVERTIME 🤯🤯
#FIBAWC #WinForAll
pic.twitter.com/8MS8UHdwPA – 6:55 AM
HOW?! HOW?!
RONDAE HOLLIS-JEFFERSON JUST CONVERTED 3+1 TO TIE THE GAME AND TO SEND TO OVERTIME 🤯🤯
#FIBAWC #WinForAll
pic.twitter.com/8MS8UHdwPA – 6:55 AM
Dionysis Aravantinos @AravantinosDA
RONDAE HOLLIS-JEFFERSON FOUR-POINT PLAY TO FORCE OVERTIME!
Kobe smiling in Heaven…
pic.twitter.com/P8EE6TZOnk – 6:52 AM
RONDAE HOLLIS-JEFFERSON FOUR-POINT PLAY TO FORCE OVERTIME!
Kobe smiling in Heaven…
pic.twitter.com/P8EE6TZOnk – 6:52 AM
BasketNews @BasketNews_com
HOW?! HOW?!
RONDAE HOLLIS-JEFFERSON JUST CONVERTED 3+1 TO TIE THE GAME WITH 🔟 SECONDS LEFT IN THE 4TH QUARTER 🤯🤯
#FIBAWC #WinForAll
pic.twitter.com/8MS8UHdwPA – 6:51 AM
HOW?! HOW?!
RONDAE HOLLIS-JEFFERSON JUST CONVERTED 3+1 TO TIE THE GAME WITH 🔟 SECONDS LEFT IN THE 4TH QUARTER 🤯🤯
#FIBAWC #WinForAll
pic.twitter.com/8MS8UHdwPA – 6:51 AM
BasketNews @BasketNews_com
HOW?! HOW?!
RONDAE HOLLIS-JEFFERSON JUST CONVERTED 3+1 TO TIE THE GAME WITH 🔟 SECONDS LEFT IN THE 4TH QUARTER 🤯🤯
#FIBAWC #WinForAll
twitter.com/FIBAWC/status/… – 6:50 AM
HOW?! HOW?!
RONDAE HOLLIS-JEFFERSON JUST CONVERTED 3+1 TO TIE THE GAME WITH 🔟 SECONDS LEFT IN THE 4TH QUARTER 🤯🤯
#FIBAWC #WinForAll
twitter.com/FIBAWC/status/… – 6:50 AM
Christos Tsaltas @Tsaltas46
Today’s game is Rondae Hollis-Jefferson vs. World. He put Jorndan on his back for real. #FIBAWC – 6:48 AM
Today’s game is Rondae Hollis-Jefferson vs. World. He put Jorndan on his back for real. #FIBAWC – 6:48 AM
Dionysis Aravantinos @AravantinosDA
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson forced overtime with a four-point play against New Zealand.
He has 38 points and eight rebounds.
Oh, and he definitely looks and plays like Kobe. pic.twitter.com/A5gQC15GMo – 6:48 AM
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson forced overtime with a four-point play against New Zealand.
He has 38 points and eight rebounds.
Oh, and he definitely looks and plays like Kobe. pic.twitter.com/A5gQC15GMo – 6:48 AM
Tim Reynolds @ByTimReynolds
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson putting on a show. Jordan and New Zealand going to OT. – 6:47 AM
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson putting on a show. Jordan and New Zealand going to OT. – 6:47 AM
BasketNews @BasketNews_com
HOW?! HOW?!
RONDAE HOLLIS-JEFFERSON JUST CONVERTED 3+1 TO TIE THE GAME WITH 🔟 SECONDS LEFT IN THE 4TH QUARTER 🤯🤯🤯
#FIBAWC #WinForAll – 6:46 AM
HOW?! HOW?!
RONDAE HOLLIS-JEFFERSON JUST CONVERTED 3+1 TO TIE THE GAME WITH 🔟 SECONDS LEFT IN THE 4TH QUARTER 🤯🤯🤯
#FIBAWC #WinForAll – 6:46 AM
Joe Vardon @joevardon
There is a development in Manila. Rondae Hollis-Jefferson has changed his body, shaved his head, adopted a wristband, and incorporated all facial expressions to look as much like Kobe Bryant as possible. He’s playing for Jordan and wearing No. 24. – 6:44 AM
There is a development in Manila. Rondae Hollis-Jefferson has changed his body, shaved his head, adopted a wristband, and incorporated all facial expressions to look as much like Kobe Bryant as possible. He’s playing for Jordan and wearing No. 24. – 6:44 AM
Christos Tsaltas @Tsaltas46
The crowd here at the Mall of Asia Arena support Jordan warmly. Rondae Hollis-Jefferson and his teammates feel like they play in Amman. #FIBAWC #Jordan – 6:25 AM
The crowd here at the Mall of Asia Arena support Jordan warmly. Rondae Hollis-Jefferson and his teammates feel like they play in Amman. #FIBAWC #Jordan – 6:25 AM
BasketNews @BasketNews_com
SOMEBODY HAS TO STOP RONDAE HOLLIS-JEFFERSON RIGHT NOW 😱
#FIBAWC #WinForAll
pic.twitter.com/yMZgBmNAhu – 5:50 AM
SOMEBODY HAS TO STOP RONDAE HOLLIS-JEFFERSON RIGHT NOW 😱
#FIBAWC #WinForAll
pic.twitter.com/yMZgBmNAhu – 5:50 AM
BasketNews @BasketNews_com
Only 3⃣ 🇯🇴 Jordan players have scored in the first half against 🇳🇿 New Zealand 😬
🇯🇴 Rondae Hollis-Jefferson – 17 PTS
🇯🇴 Freddy Ibrahim – 11 PTS
🇯🇴 Ahmet Duverioglu – 9 PTS
#FIBAWC #WinForAll pic.twitter.com/PU6ZQ2fxI5 – 5:41 AM
Only 3⃣ 🇯🇴 Jordan players have scored in the first half against 🇳🇿 New Zealand 😬
🇯🇴 Rondae Hollis-Jefferson – 17 PTS
🇯🇴 Freddy Ibrahim – 11 PTS
🇯🇴 Ahmet Duverioglu – 9 PTS
#FIBAWC #WinForAll pic.twitter.com/PU6ZQ2fxI5 – 5:41 AM
BasketNews @BasketNews_com
Only 3⃣ 🇯🇴 Jordan players have scored in the first half against 🇳🇿 New Zealand 😬
🇯🇴 Rondae Hollis-Jefferson – 17 PTS
🇯🇴 Freddy Ibrahim – 11 PTS
🇯🇴 Ahmad Dwairi – 9 PTS
#FIBAWC #WinForAll pic.twitter.com/NxloLXsUUe – 5:38 AM
Only 3⃣ 🇯🇴 Jordan players have scored in the first half against 🇳🇿 New Zealand 😬
🇯🇴 Rondae Hollis-Jefferson – 17 PTS
🇯🇴 Freddy Ibrahim – 11 PTS
🇯🇴 Ahmad Dwairi – 9 PTS
#FIBAWC #WinForAll pic.twitter.com/NxloLXsUUe – 5:38 AM
More on this storyline
A Philadelphia-area native who grew up idolizing Bryant, Hollis-Jefferson has cut his hair like Bryant, is wearing an armband like Bryant, wears Bryant’s familiar No. 24 and has mimicked everything from Bryant’s footwork to his free throw routine to his poses after big shots. If he wasn’t left handed, there were moments where you’d genuinely not believe your eyes. “He’s a legend and you can only dream of being compared to someone like him,” Hollis-Jefferson said. “But I’m nowhere near close to Kobe. I’ve tried to be a hard worker like he was and I feel his energy. I also know a lot of people that knew him so I’ve been hearing stories about him my whole life.” -via ESPN / August 29, 2023
At just 28, Hollis-Jefferson still has prime basketball years left. He’s hoping his play this summer will get some NBA teams to see his skillset anew and give him another look. “I’m trying to show that I can compete with the best of the best and bring energy to every game,” Hollis-Jefferson said. “I always admired Kobe’s killer mindset and competitive spirit and I’m trying to learn from it.” -via ESPN / August 29, 2023
Christos Tsaltas: Rondae Hollis Jefferson: “My best friend Shabazz Napier keeps telling me to get a DNA test, because Kobe is my cousin and I didn’t know it”. #FIBAWC #KobeBryant @SportalgrG -via Twitter @Tsaltas46 / August 28, 2023