Gilbert Arenas to return to Manila as part of All-In

Another former NBA superstar will be returning to the Philippines later this year.

Gilbert Arenas will be involved in the "All In" basketball fund-raiser for Gawad Kalinga this coming November 5 at the Mall of Asia Arena, joining Eddy Curry, and a cabal of local players from the pro and collegiate ranks, among the players who will be facing off against the Ball Up Streetball All-Stars, coached by Sixers legend Allen Iverson. 

In a message to Sheryl Reyes, "Agent Zero" is excited to come back to the Philippines, who had previously been in the country six years ago. He adds, “It’s been six years, but I can still remember the warmth and love I received from my Filipino fans. I’m so honored and blessed to be a part of this event and help build homes for the poor.”

Reyes is pleased that Arenas has decided to pitch in and help, adding that “I’m very happy and thankful that Ball Up has helped me tap Gilbert for this event and that he agreed to join us. He has always been involved in charity work anywhere in the world, and we’re grateful that he will be coming with the other guys to help less privileged Filipinos,”

Presented by PcWorx, tickets for the "All In" basketball event are now available at all SM Tickets outlets and at www.smtickets.com. Prices are at PhP 6,500, PhP 5,500, PhP 4,000, PhP 2,000 and PhP 600.