Jordan Heading says Gilas home crowd ‘everything I’ve dreamed of’

Jordan Heading (second from left) on the Gilas Pilipinas bench. – FIBA ​​BASKETBALL PHOTOS

BOCAUE – Another big Jordan for Gilas Pilipinas on Saturday night.

Filipino-Australian shooter Jordan Heading had 10 points in the Philippines’ 107-96 dominance over Lebanon at the Philippine Arena here.

“We got the ball up and down quickly, that’s what we want when we play. It’s always fun to put a lot of points on the board. It’s also a little fun for the fans. Yeah, it’s great to be out there with the guys,” he told reporters. shortly after the victory.

Heading hardly looked like he missed a step, evident when he pulled away in the third quarter to eventually become one of six Filipino players to finish in double figures.

Heading’s outing comes as Gilas loses several mainstays, including another dead-shooter in Roger Pogoy. More importantly, when Gilas also did not have another scorer in Jordan Clarkson.

Heading’s performance also made his contract with the national federation a far cry from the past.

But really, this is the only way to make the most of Gilas’ first game with a home crowd.

“Tonight was amazing for me. I mean, in my previous time in Gilas, we were in the bubble so I didn’t get to experience much of Gilas. It was always everything I dreamed of, and it was just amazing. The players, the atmosphere of playing in the Philippine Arena , it’s really fun,” he said.

Heading said putting on a great performance was a way of honoring him for being a part of something special.

“It’s great to be back here. I always have the time of my life with Gilas. The love and support of the country, and also just the camaraderie of the guys, it’s really fun to be a part of,” he said.

“Special team, special. This is something that is very important for us and it is very important for the country,” added Heading.

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