The San Miguel Beermen have made a key roster adjustment just days before the start of the 2024 Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Governors’ Cup, replacing their original import, Tauras Jogela, with former NBA player Jordan Adams.
Adams, who previously played for the Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA, brings a wealth of experience to the Beermen, having recently showcased his skills with Dewa United in the 2024 Indonesia Basketball League (IBL).
The 30-year-old, standing at 6-foot-5, averaged an impressive 22.9 points and 7.4 rebounds per game in the IBL, where he also earned recognition as one of the league’s top shooters by winning the IBL All-Star 3-Point Contest.
San Miguel’s head coach, Jorge Gallent, explained that the decision to bring in Adams was part of their strategy to adapt to the new four-point rule in the tournament format. Gallent emphasized the importance of early preparation, which he believes will help the Beermen stay competitive against their rivals.
“We started early in practice to prepare for the coming season. It’s going to be tough because of the imports, but with Adams on board, we’re confident we can keep up,” Gallent said.
Adams will join a formidable San Miguel lineup led by presumptive season Most Valuable Player June Mar Fajardo, who will be supported by key players such as CJ Perez, Marcio Lassiter, Don Trollano, and Jericho Cruz.
The Beermen’s early start in the Philippine Cup paid off as they won their first 10 games, advancing to the quarterfinals, where they defeated Terrafirma, and then overcoming Rain or Shine in the semifinals. However, they were upset by Meralco in the finals, which claimed the Philippine Cup title and their first-ever league championship.
Adams’ addition to the roster comes with high expectations as the Beermen aim to reclaim their dominance in the league. His international experience, having played in countries such as Syria, Mexico, Argentina, Uruguay, and Venezuela, is expected to bring a new dynamic to San Miguel’s campaign.
