Drexler, 42, told The Star last Sunday hes heard a lot about the Philippines from former University of Houston teammates who played as PBA imports.
"Michael Young, Rob Williams and Benny Anders all had great memories of the Philippines," he mentioned. "If you ask them , theyll go back in a heartbeat. Ive never been to the Philippines but Id love to go and maybe, do some clinics. I know its a beautiful place and Michael and the guys told me the people are beautiful, too."
One of the 50 greatest players in National Basketball Association (NBA) history, Drexler played on the Houston Rockets team that blanked the Orlando Magic in the 1995 Finals.
PBA commissioner Noli Eala earlier invited Michael Jordan to grace the season opening but his Airness assistant Estee Portnoy said its unlikely another Asian trip could be scheduled this year.
Portnoy said Jordan is negotiating to buy an NBA team and if the deal pushes through, he will be busy in October preparing for the next season. However, Portnoy suggested that Eala communicate with Nike officials directly as Jordans recent Asian trip was organized by the Beaverton sports footwear and apparel company.
Drexler and another NBA legend Robert (The Chief) Parish were at the Staples Center for Game 1 of the Finals. NBA TVs Julien Segui arranged for the Solar Sports TV team to interview Drexler and Parish for future Philippine airing.
Parish, 50, is also one of the 50 greatest players in NBA history. He picked the Los Angeles Lakers to whip the Detroit Pistons in six on the strength of Shaquille ONeals dominant inside game.