RJ Abarrientos

Rhon Jhay Abarrientos (born September 14, 1999) is a Filipino professional basketball player for Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus of the Korean Basketball League (KBL).[1]

RJ Abarrientos
No. 0 – Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus
PositionPoint guard
LeagueKorean Basketball 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–presentUlsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus
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–present)

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]

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. "Abarrientos joins Belangel in Korean Basketball League". BusinessWorld. June 20, 2022. Retrieved March 30, 2023.
  3. Luisa Morales (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.


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