RJ Abarrientos

Rhon Jhay Abarrientos (born September 14, 1999) is a Filipino professional basketball player for Shinshu Brave Warriors of the Japanese B.League.[1]

RJ Abarrientos
No. 0 – Shinshu Brave Warriors
PositionPoint guard
LeagueB.League
Personal information
Born (1999-09-14) September 14, 1999
Marilao, Bulacan, Philippines
NationalityFilipino
Listed height181 cm (5 ft 11 in)
Career information
High schoolFar Eastern University
Mapua University
CollegeFar Eastern University
Playing career2022–present
Career history
2022–2023Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus
2023–presentShinshu Brave Warriors
Career highlights and awards
Medals
Men’s 3x3 basketball
FIBA 3x3 Under-23 World Cup
Gold medal – first place2018 Xi'anShoot-Out Contest

Professional career

Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus (2022–2023)

On June 14, 2022, Abarrientos decided to forego his remaining years of eligibility left to play for FEU. He was then signed by Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus of the Korean Basketball League as an Asian player quota, becoming the second Filipino cager to do so after fellow Gilas player, SJ Belangel of Daegu KOGAS Pegasus.[2]

On October 15, 2022, Abarrientos made his KBL debut, scoring 13 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists and 1 steal in win over Suwon KT Sonicboom, 85–76 at Suwon KT Arena.[3]

On March 30, 2023, Abarrientos was honored KBL Rookie of the Year, averaging 13.6 points, 2.7 triples, 4.8 assists, 2.9 rebounds, and 1.4 steals in 29.1 minutes over 51 games on his 2022–23 debut season.[4]

On June 30, 2023, Abarrientos mutually parted ways with team, thus terminating the remaining two years of his contract.[5]

Shinshu Brave Warriors (2023–present)

On July 4, 2023, Abarrientos signed with Shinshu Brave Warriors of the Japanese B.League.[6][7]

Personal life

Abarrientos is a nephew of former PBA MVP and 12-time champion Johnny Abarrientos.

References
  1. "Player Profile – RJ Abarrientos". Basketball Asia. December 31, 2022. Retrieved March 30, 2023.
  2. Ulanday, John Bryan (June 20, 2022). "Abarrientos joins Belangel in Korean Basketball League". BusinessWorld. Retrieved March 30, 2023.
  3. Morales, Luisa (October 15, 2022). "RJ Abarrientos has efficient game in KBL debut, as Phoebus trumps SonicBoom". The Philippine Star. Retrieved March 30, 2023.
  4. "RJ Abarrientos named KBL Rookie of the Year". Spin.ph. March 30, 2023. Retrieved March 30, 2023.
  5. Li, Matthew (June 30, 2023). "RJ Abarrientos, Ulsan Hyundai mutually part ways". Tiebreaker Times. Retrieved June 30, 2023.
  6. "ロン・ジェイ・アバリエントス選⼿契約(新規)基本合意のお知らせ" [Notice of Ron Jay Avarientos player contract (new) basic agreement]. b-warriors.net (in Japanese). July 4, 2023. Retrieved July 7, 2023.
  7. "RJ Abarrientos heads to Japan, signs with Shinshu Brave Warriors". news.abs-cbn.com. July 4, 2023. Retrieved July 7, 2023.


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