Filipino-American basketball player Bennie Boatwright has taken his oath as a Filipino citizen, bringing him a step closer to completing his naturalization process and potentially strengthening Gilas Pilipinas in future international competitions.

The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) said Boatwright only needs to secure his Philippine passport to complete the remaining requirements, paving the way for a possible national team stint.

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