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Jamie Malonzo and Kyoto Hannaryz ‘mutually agreed’ to terminate his contract after the former Ginebra star played sparingly early in the season
MANILA, Philippines – Jamie Malonzo said he’s in talks with other Japan B. League teams after his run with Kyoto Hannaryz proved short-lived.
Kyoto and Malonzo “mutually agreed” to terminate his contract early in the 2025-2026 season, where the team won just one of its first five games.
The Hannaryz said they are in contract negotiations with a new Asian quota player.
“After discussions with Kyoto, we’ve mutually agreed to part ways. The team’s been dealing with injuries and wants to strengthen their frontcourt,” Malonzo wrote in an Instagram story on Friday, October 17.
“I’m 100% healthy and ready to continue the season. I’m in talks with other teams and excited to continue my journey here in Japan.”
The Gilas Pilipinas forward played for Kyoto in all those five games, but he barely saw action, averaging just six minutes and putting up 1.2 points and 1.0 rebound.
In a 72-64 loss to the Shiga Lakes last October 13, Malonzo logged just a single second.
The second overall pick in 2020, Malonzo played four seasons in the PBA before he surprisingly left Barangay Ginebra in July to make the jump to the B. League.
With the Gin Kings, Malonzo won his lone PBA championship.
“I’m grateful for my time with Kyoto and thankful to the organization, teammates, coaches, and amazing fans for all the support,” said Malonzo. – Rappler.com
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