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  • Fresh start awaits Quentin Millora-Brown as Filipino big man joins Nagoya Diamond Dolphins 

    Fresh start awaits Quentin Millora-Brown as Filipino big man joins Nagoya Diamond Dolphins 

    For Quentin Millora-Brown, the 2026-27 B.League season represents more than just another stop in Japan—it is a chance to reset his career.

     

    After an injury-marred campaign with the Chiba Jets limited his impact, the Filipino-American center has found a new home with the Nagoya Diamond Dolphins, who officially announced his signing on Friday as they continue to strengthen their roster for the upcoming season.


    Millora-Brown is embracing the fresh opportunity and is eager to help Nagoya build on the success it achieved a year ago.

     

    “I’m incredibly excited to join the Dolphins and become part of this organization. With the start of the new B.LEAGUE PREMIER era, I’m looking forward to fighting alongside my teammates and all of you to protect the legacy this club has built and add to it,” Millora-Brown said.

     

    The move comes after a frustrating stretch with Chiba, where injuries prevented the 6-foot-10 big man from carving out a consistent role. He suited up in just 19 games during the previous campaign, averaging 3.8 points and 2.9 rebounds in 13.9 minutes per contest.

     

    Across his first season with the Jets, Millora-Brown produced averages of 4.5 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.2 assists before sciatica sidelined him for the latter part of the campaign. 

     

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    His absence came as Chiba finished with a strong 42-18 regular-season record before its playoff run ended in the B.League semifinals against Nagasaki Velca.

     

    Despite the limited production, Millora-Brown believes his value extends beyond statistics.

     

    “I play hard every time I step on the court. My goal is to become the kind of player that opponents hate to play against, but teammates love to play with. Defense and setting screens are the two things I take the most pride in,” he said. 

     

    Those traits could prove valuable for a Nagoya squad looking to take the next step after posting a 41-19 record last season. 

     

    The Diamond Dolphins also reached the B.League semifinals but were eliminated by the Ryukyu Golden Kings, prompting the club to reinforce its frontcourt ahead of the league’s new campaign.

     

    Millora-Brown’s transfer also continues a busy offseason for Filipino talent in Japan. AJ Edu stayed with the Gunma Crane Thunders, while Jamie Malonzo and Matthew Wright signed with Earthfriends Tokyo Z and the Saitama Broncos, respectively. Mike Phillips also secured a move to the Kyoto Hannaryz, further expanding the Filipino presence across Japanese professional basketball.

     

    Nagoya’s expectations are equally high entering the inaugural B.LEAGUE PREMIER season. The club recently appointed veteran international coach Roy Rana as its new head coach, signaling its intent to compete for championships in the league’s new era. 

     

    Millora-Brown’s arrival gives Rana another defensive-minded interior presence as the Dolphins look to improve on last season’s Final Four finish.

     

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  • Kai Sotto, Quentin Millora-Brown will not suit up for Gilas in FIBA Qualifiers says Tim Cone 

    Kai Sotto, Quentin Millora-Brown will not suit up for Gilas in FIBA Qualifiers says Tim Cone 

    The challenge facing Gilas Pilipinas in the next FIBA World Cup qualifying window may not be about who will play—it may be about who won’t.

     

    As the national team prepares for a daunting road trip against regional heavyweights Australia and New Zealand, Gilas is set to navigate the window without two of its most important frontcourt pieces, creating a significant void in the middle just weeks before competition resumes.

     

    National team head coach Tim Cone confirmed that both Kai Sotto and Quentin Millora-Brown will be unavailable for the upcoming assignment, stripping the Philippines of two players who were expected to anchor the team’s interior presence.

     

    “QMB is out after back surgery in Japan. And so is Kai, officially. We’re told Kai is attending the NBA Summer League, which we are happy about. We’re supporting his road to the NBA,” Gilas head coach Tim Cone told me in a Tuesday night interview.

     

    The timing leaves Gilas searching for answers at a position that has long been one of its greatest strengths. Sotto’s size, rim protection, and international experience have made him a cornerstone of the program, while Millora-Brown quickly emerged as a reliable contributor after joining the national team setup.

     

    With both unavailable, attention naturally shifts to the veterans expected to shoulder a heavier burden.

     

    One of them is June Mar Fajardo, who had initially hoped to take a step back from national team duties as he explored the possibility of undergoing surgery.

     

    Instead, circumstances have once again called on the longtime Gilas pillar.

     

    According to Cone, the nine-time PBA MVP agreed to postpone those plans and make himself available for the national team after learning of the growing personnel concerns in the frontcourt.

     

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    His decision gives Gilas a much-needed stabilizing force as it prepares for arguably its toughest assignments of the qualifying campaign.

     

    The uncertainty does not end there.

     

    TNT star Calvin Oftana also revealed on Tuesday that he is scheduled to undergo surgery on an infected toe immediately after the PBA Commissioner’s Cup Finals against Barangay Ginebra, creating another situation the coaching staff will need to monitor closely in the coming weeks.

     

    Despite the mounting injury concerns, Cone remains focused on assembling the roster that will represent the country in the next window.

     

    While declining to discuss specific replacements or potential additions, the veteran coach indicated that the official lineup will be finalized soon.

     

    “We will be announcing the 12 players for the next window in a few days.”

     

    For Gilas, the upcoming qualifiers were already expected to be a difficult test against two of the strongest programs in Oceania. Now, with key pieces sidelined and roster adjustments becoming unavoidable, the challenge has become even greater.

     

    The next few days may determine not only who fills those vacant roster spots, but also how the Philippines plans to compete without two of the biggest names in its frontcourt rotation.

     

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  • Quentin Millora-Brown excited to team up with former UAAP rival Mike Phillips for Gilas Pilipinas

    Quentin Millora-Brown excited to team up with former UAAP rival Mike Phillips for Gilas Pilipinas

    What was once a fierce collegiate rivalry may soon become a key partnership for the Philippine national team.

     

    After battling each other in the trenches of the UAAP, Quentin Millora-Brown is now embracing the possibility of sharing the floor with former adversary Mike Phillips as Gilas Pilipinas continues to reshape its identity heading into the next window of international competition.

     

    Millora-Brown anchored the interior for the University of the Philippines during UAAP Season 87, while Phillips served as the defensive engine for De La Salle University. Their matchup became one of the defining frontcourt duels of the season, culminating in a championship run for the Fighting Maroons.

     

    Now, their paths are aligning under a different flag.

     

    Phillips recently received clearance from FIBA to suit up as a local player for Gilas, opening the door for a potential reunion—this time as teammates—when the Philippines returns for Window 3 against familiar opponents New Zealand men’s national basketball team and Australia men’s national basketball team.

     

    For Millora-Brown, the transition from rivalry to brotherhood feels natural.

     

    “His energy is amazing. I think he’ll bring great effort to us — really strong defensive energy, a hard roller, and a great screener. There’s a lot to look forward to,” Millora-Brown told reporters after Sunday’s 66-93 loss to the Boomers at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

     

    While the spotlight has largely focused on Gilas’ recent setbacks, the 6-foot-9 big man is quietly building consistency in his role. Across four international appearances, Millora-Brown has averaged 8.3 points on an efficient 61.9-percent shooting clip while pulling down eight rebounds per game—numbers that reflect his growing comfort in the system.

     

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    Still, he believes his impact goes beyond scoring.

     

    “I still need to feel the system. In the last three games, I’ve started figuring out where I fit, where I can score. Defensively, that’s always about energy, effort, and giving 100 percent,” Millora-Brown shared.

     

    “For me, it’s also about helping our guys — finding ways to get Justin open, get him comfortable, and give our other shooters confidence. We never really found a confident flow throughout the game; they were taking us out of our spots more than we wanted.”

     

    That mindset underscores a broader shift within Gilas Pilipinas, where roles are evolving and chemistry remains a work in progress. With established contributors like Justin Brownlee, Dwight Ramos, and CJ Perez carrying significant responsibilities, the arrival of Phillips could inject additional defensive intensity and rebounding presence.

     

    Despite back-to-back losses in Window 2, the Philippines has already secured passage to the next round of qualifiers, giving the team valuable time to recalibrate. For Millora-Brown, the focus now shifts toward physicality, execution, and turning lessons into results when Gilas faces the same opponents again.

     

    “Just breaking their physicality, getting downhill with our guards, relieving pressure, and finding ways to get passes down the elbow,” he said.

     

    “That’s what we need to do to win in the next games.”

     

    If Phillips officially joins the rotation, Gilas may soon feature a frontcourt built not on rivalry—but on reinforcement.

     

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  • Quentin Millora-Brown gaining rhythm with Gilas Pilipinas ahead of FIBA qualifiers 

    Quentin Millora-Brown gaining rhythm with Gilas Pilipinas ahead of FIBA qualifiers 

    A deeper understanding of his role is beginning to shape Quentin Millora-Brown into a more confident presence for Gilas Pilipinas as the team prepares for the next phase of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers.

     

    After entering the national program on short notice in the previous window, Millora-Brown now arrives with greater familiarity and a clearer sense of purpose. 


    The big man is expected to reinforce the Philippines’ interior defense and rebounding in upcoming matchups against New Zealand men’s national basketball team and Australia men’s national basketball team, two teams known for their size and physical style.

     

    Millora-Brown joined the national pool late in the previous cycle after a last-minute arrangement between the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas and his camp, leaving him little time to fully absorb the system. With more preparation now under his belt, he believes the adjustment period is behind him.

     

    “I’ve gotten a lot more comfortable with the system, with the way we want to play, that just last window obviously still new, still trying to figure it all out but this window I feel a lot more confident in how I would fit in, how I’m going to play,” said Millora-Brown in an interview posted by SBP on its Facebook page.

     

    His first taste of international play came in two wins against the Guam men’s national basketball team, but the challenge level rises significantly this time with two Oceania powerhouses on the schedule.

     

    For Millora-Brown, the assignment is straightforward: bring size, strength, and physicality to match the opposition’s frontlines.

     

    “The size will be different. That’s the one thing I bring. You can’t train size. So, just being big and strong and physical with those guys because Australia and New Zealand are two crazy big teams,” said QMB.

     

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    “I think (that’s what I’ll be) bringing and honestly, just have fun. You just need to have fun and everything takes care of itself,” he added.

     

    The former University of the Philippines standout emphasized that beyond size, discipline will ultimately determine whether Gilas can compete at a high level. He pointed to rebounding and ball security as the foundation for staying in rhythm against teams that thrive on forcing mistakes.

     

    “That (rebounding) and protecting the ball,” said Millora-Brown. “They’re going to be pressing, they’re going to be up on the rebounds, making sure we don’t turn the ball over because that’s what they want to do.

     

    “They want to speed us up, get us out of our rhythm. Those two things I think are vital for us to come out with a win but also make sure none of us have too much pressure on ourselves.

    “When you play tight, you don’t have fun, you don’t play well, you make mistakes.”

     

    With a clearer role and growing chemistry within the system, Millora-Brown now steps into the qualifiers not just as a newcomer adjusting to the international stage—but as a developing anchor expected to help Gilas hold its ground inside.

     

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  • Quentin Millora-Brown stays focused on Gilas despite contract hurdle

    Quentin Millora-Brown stays focused on Gilas despite contract hurdle

    For a moment, it looked like Quentin Millora-Brown might miss the start of Gilas Pilipinas Men’s training camp. Contract negotiations between his camp, led by agent Tod Seidel, and the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) had stalled, leaving the 6-foot-10 Filipino-American big man in limbo.


    Stepping into the breach, his father, Bryan Millora-Brown, joined discussions alongside SBP representatives, including UP athletics director Bo Perasol. 

     

    After careful negotiations balancing player protections with national team commitments, the parties reached an agreement that will allow Millora-Brown to suit up for the remainder of the FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers.

     

    Millora-Brown wasted no time demonstrating his value. In his first two games with Gilas during the first window of the qualifiers, the former UAAP champion with the UP Fighting Maroons averaged 7.5 points per contest and a team-leading 9.5 rebounds per game, highlighting the impact he brings to the national squad.

     

    Despite the initial setback, Millora-Brown remained composed, refusing to assign blame for the contract issue and keeping his focus squarely on the team’s goals. 

     

    “I mean, I always want to represent. It was just about contracts, trying to make sure that all the protections you have are in place,” he explained. 

     

    “For me, I just want to represent and perform, because that’s what I love to do,” the former UP standout added.

     

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    The situation underscores the delicate balance modern athletes must navigate — protecting their professional careers while honoring national duty. 

     

    Currently playing for Chiba in Japan, Millora-Brown is now fully committed to Gilas Pilipinas and the challenges that lie ahead.

     

    His return comes at a pivotal time. On February 26, Gilas faces New Zealand in a must-win match, followed by a showdown with powerhouse Australia on March 1. 

     

    These high-stakes games will test not only Millora-Brown’s readiness but also his chemistry with the team and his ability to perform under pressure on the international stage.

     

    With the contract hurdle behind him, Millora-Brown’s focus is clear: representing the Philippines and helping the team navigate one of the toughest stretches in the FIBA World Cup qualifiers. 

     

    Beyond simply being a key contributor, his presence blends size, skill, and international experience, strengthening Gilas’ frontline while also serving as a blueprint for other dual-nationality players weighing professional commitments abroad against national pride. 

     

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  • Quentin Millora-Brown, Kai Sotto lock in for Gilas Pilipinas’ FIBA qualifiers push

    Quentin Millora-Brown, Kai Sotto lock in for Gilas Pilipinas’ FIBA qualifiers push

    With the calendar tightening and the stakes rising, Gilas Pilipinas has finally secured the last two commitments needed to stabilize its rotation for the next phase of the FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers.

     

    The national program received a major boost after Quentin Millora-Brown formally pledged his availability for Window 2, signaling that the team’s frontcourt structure is beginning to take shape just in time for the crucial home stand.

     

    His commitment follows days of negotiations between his camp and the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas, primarily centered on contractual details required for insurance coverage and official club release during international windows.

     

    The update was first reported by Homer Sayson and later confirmed by Gilas head coach Tim Cone.

     

    “We’re hearing from the SBP that he might arrive tomorrow,” Cone said in a text message.

    Millora-Brown, currently playing for Chiba in Japan, quietly made an impact during the first qualifying window, averaging 7.5 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks against Guam. His rebounding presence and defensive length immediately addressed one of the team’s most pressing needs—interior stability.

     

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    His arrival also deepens a frontcourt rotation that already includes AJ Edu, June Mar Fajardo, and Justin Brownlee, giving Cone flexibility depending on matchups against bigger international lineups.

     

    Gilas will host New Zealand on February 26 and Australia on March 1. While Millora-Brown strengthens the immediate window, another major piece has been mapped out for the longer stretch.

     

    Sources confirmed that Kai Sotto has committed to rejoin the national team beginning Window 3 in July, marking his official return to Gilas competition after recovering from an ACL injury.

     

    Sotto last played for the national squad during the 2025 Asia Cup Qualifiers and is currently working his way back into full form with Koshigaya in Japan. The 7-foot-3 center is averaging 11.1 points and 9.3 rebounds across eight games since returning to action, though his club continues to carefully manage his minutes.

     

    Rather than rushing his comeback, Gilas and Sotto’s camp appear aligned on a gradual reintegration strategy—one that prioritizes long-term availability over short-term risk.

     

    Even so, Sotto is expected to be present during the current window for team viewings and system refreshers, ensuring he remains connected to Cone’s structure ahead of the July road games.

    With Millora-Brown locked in for Window 2 and Sotto penciled in for Window 3, the national pool now carries clearer continuity—something Gilas has been working toward since the start of the new Olympic cycle.

     

    For Cone, the focus now shifts from assembling talent to refining chemistry, as the Philippines looks to maintain its unbeaten start in Pool A while preparing for tougher tests ahead in the qualifiers.

     

    The pieces are finally falling into place. Now comes the harder part—turning a deep pool into a consistent winning rotation.

     

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  • Gilas gets to work despite missing Kai Sotto, Jamie Malonzo, and Quentin Millora-Brown 

    Gilas gets to work despite missing Kai Sotto, Jamie Malonzo, and Quentin Millora-Brown 

    The first day of camp wasn’t about who wasn’t there. It was about who showed up.

     

    At Inspire Sports Academy in Laguna, Gilas Pilipinas opened preparations for the FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers with a group that looked smaller than expected — but deliberate.

     

    Nine pool players hit the floor Tuesday, setting the tone for a five-day buildup ahead of crucial home games against New Zealand on February 27 and Australia on March 1. 

     

    Dwight Ramos flew in from Hokkaido just a night earlier and immediately joined holdovers Justin Brownlee, June Mar Fajardo, Scottie Thompson, CJ Perez, Chris Newsome, and RJ Abarrientos. Also in uniform were Juan Gomez de Liano and Justine Baltazar, both eager to solidify their spots in a competitive rotation.

     

    The early sessions carried a familiar rhythm. Much of the core remains intact, and that continuity matters for a team that has already built momentum with a 2-0 record in Pool A.

     

    Still, this window comes with visible absences.

     

    Quentin Millora-Brown remains out as discussions between his camp and the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas continue, with no finalized national team contract in place. Kai Sotto, currently playing in Japan with Koshigaya, is still regaining full strength after an ACL tear last year. Jamie Malonzo, the hero of the 33rd Southeast Asian Games, will also sit out this stretch.

     

    “Jamie is in the States and was not available. We did invite him, but he hopes to join the next window,” Gilas head coach Tim Cone said. 

     

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    Rather than scrambling, the coaching staff appears to be leaning into flexibility. AJ Edu is expected to reinforce the squad later this week, along with KBL standouts Kevin Quiambao and Carl Tamayo. Their arrival should inject additional size and versatility into Cone’s system.

     

    Interestingly, even those outside the official 16-man pool have been folded into the program. Troy Rosario is present despite not being listed for this window, while Far Eastern University’s American student-athlete Montell Shelton has been tapped as a practice player — a move that ensures competitive reps without overextending the rotation.

     

    Because of the current numbers, Cone will only need to trim one name before finalizing the lineup for the two home assignments. That relative stability offers a contrast to past windows, where last-minute changes and availability issues often forced significant adjustments.

     

    This time, the story feels different.

    The foundation is largely in place. The chemistry is familiar. The urgency is clear.

     

    Gilas isn’t at full strength — not yet. But with a spotless 2-0 slate and two high-level opponents looming, the focus inside Inspire isn’t on who’s missing.

     

    It’s on protecting home court and proving that continuity, even in limited numbers, can be enough.

     

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  • June Mar Fajado ready to step up for Gilas in the absence of key players in crucial FIBA Asian Qualifiers window

    June Mar Fajado ready to step up for Gilas in the absence of key players in crucial FIBA Asian Qualifiers window

    The second window of the FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers is upon us, and Gilas Pilipinas is looking to build on a strong opening stretch as it continues its bid for a spot in the main draw of the global showpiece.

     

    The Philippines got off to a perfect start in Group A during the first window, sweeping its assignments to remain unbeaten. However, sterner tests await as Gilas prepares to face regional heavyweights in the upcoming set of fixtures — this time against Oceania powers Australia national basketball team and New Zealand national basketball team.

     

    Complicating matters for the national squad is the absence of key frontcourt pieces. Young big men Kai Sotto and Quentin Millora-Brown have both confirmed their non-availability for the two home games, leaving a significant void in size, rim protection, and interior scoring.

     

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    With two primary centers sidelined, the responsibility now shifts squarely onto the shoulders of Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) cornerstone June Mar Fajardo. The multi-time PBA Most Valuable Player enters the window riding high after leading the San Miguel Beermen to the Philippine Cup title, once again reinforcing his status as one of the league’s most dominant forces.

     

    Fajardo acknowledged that the absence of Sotto and Millora-Brown presents a major challenge, particularly against taller and more physical opponents such as Australia and New Zealand, both known for their depth and size across all positions. Still, the veteran center emphasized preparation and collective effort as Gilas’ path forward.

     

    “Of course, we are preparing for our game in the upcoming window. For sure, it won’t be easy for us. It’s going to be tough. No easy games against them. But what we can do is to play our best to win,” Mar Fajardo said in a media interaction.

    The Philippines’ 2-0 record in the first window came at the expense of Guam, but the upcoming assignments represent a significant step up in competition. Australia, a consistent force in FIBA competitions and an Olympic-level program, brings a blend of NBA and high-level professional talent. New Zealand, meanwhile, has long been a disciplined and physical side capable of punishing lapses on both ends of the floor.

     

    “They are tough opponents. We know how strong they are and it won’t be easy playing them. But we are here, so we have to prepare and do all the necessary action plans and practices. We have to take this seriously and do what we need to do,” he added.

     

    Head coach Tim Cone will be tasked with recalibrating the rotation, particularly in the frontcourt, as Gilas seeks to compensate for its missing size. Expect adjustments in defensive schemes, quicker rotations, and perhaps a more perimeter-oriented attack to offset any mismatches inside.

     

    One significant advantage for Gilas is homecourt support. Both games will be staged at the Mall of Asia Arena, where the national team traditionally draws passionate crowds. The energy of the Filipino faithful has often served as a sixth man, especially in high-stakes international fixtures.

     

    “We are confident we can win because we are in our homecourt. Our fans and kababayans will be there to give us extra boost for sure,” he continued.

     

    Beyond tactical adjustments, Fajardo’s personal condition will be closely monitored. The 6-foot-10 center battled shoulder and knee concerns during San Miguel’s championship run, raising questions about workload management heading into a physically demanding international window.

     

    “I’m trying to get as much rest as I can. It’s back to training for me and I’m trying to stay sharp. It’s okay now. I’m doing some therapy and it’s okay,” Mar Fajardo concluded.

     

    Gilas opens the second window against New Zealand on Thursday, February 28, before facing Australia on Sunday, March 1 — two marquee matchups that could shape the trajectory of its qualification campaign. With key absences, heightened competition, and national pride at stake, the Philippines will need resilience, execution, and leadership — particularly from Fajardo — to protect its unbeaten record and strengthen its push toward the 2027 FIBA World Cup.

     

     

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