Malonzo, Muyang join PBA draft

MANILA, Philippines — Two more prized prospects in La Salle high-flyer Jaime Malonzo and Letran big man Larry Muyang have applied for the 2021 PBA Rookie Draft, further expanding the already stacked pool for the March 14 proceedings.

From his stint with Portland State, the versatile Malonzo impressed in his lone year with the Green Archers en route to a UAAP Season 82 Mythical Team selection with stellar averages of 15.8 points, 9.9 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.2 steals.

The 6-foot-6 forward then played a vital part in Mighty Sports Philippines’ championship in Dubai tourney before being tabbed as Marinerong Pilipino’s second overall pick in the pandemic-hit PBA D-League.

On the other hand, the 6-foot-5 bruiser Muyang carved his path to the pros with championships for Letran in the NCAA, the San Juan Knights in the MPBL and hometown Pampanga in the NBL.