(UPDATE) FORMER NBA stars Dwight Howard and Andray Blatche, along with ex-Oklahoma Thunder wingman Andre Roberson, banner Strong Group as the club team represents the Philippines in the 2024 Dubai International Basketball Tournament slated this January 19 to 28 in the United Arab Emirates.

The 38-year-old Howard is fresh off a stint with the Taoyuan Leopards in Tawain's T1-League that saw him average 23.2 points, 16.2 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 1.2 blocks, en route to earning a spot in the T1 League All First Team, rebounds leader, the tournament's Most Valuable Import and All-Star Most Valuable Player.