Niño Canaleta
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| Position | Forward |
|---|---|
| Height | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) |
| Weight | 190 lb (86 kg) |
| Team | Air 21 Express |
| Nationality |  Philippines |
| Born | February 12, 1982 Philippines |
| College | University of the East |
| Pro career | 2005–present |
| Awards | PBA Slam Dunk Champion (2006) |
Rommel Canaleta (born February 12, 1982 in Tarlac, Philippines) is a Filipino-American professional basketball player in the Philippine Basketball Association for the Air21 Express. A 6'5", 190-lb. swingman, he is fondly called KG Canaleta and The Big Ticket by many. He won the 2006 PBA Slam Dunk Contest and led Air21 Express to 3rd place finish in the 2006 PBA Philippine Cup. He is also a member of the Philippine national basketball team.
[edit] Awards
- 2 time PBA Slamdunk Champion 2005 and 2006
- PBA All Rookie First Team ( 2005-2006)
- Score a record 38 Points in the PBA Rookie Game
[edit] External links
- Air21Express.com: KG Canaleta Profile
- [1] INQ7.net: Miller, Ritualo, 4 others traded
