Last year was a landmark NBA draft for Asian-Americans. With the number two overall pick, the Houston Rockets selected Jalen Green. Though I had no personal attachment to Green, I still felt a sense of pride. Why? The fellow Californian represented the highest draft pick for a player who identified as Asian since Yao Ming in the 2002 draft. Green’s mother, Bree Purganan, is a Filipina-American who’s father is a native of the Philippines. The 20-year-old is not shy to share his love for his culture. “I love the Philippines, the show of love and support.
5 Asian Hopefuls in the NBA Draft
