Ravena, Parks land new B.League homes for 2026-27 season

Kiefer Ravena and Bobby Ray Parks Jr. are set for fresh starts in Japan after signing with new B.League clubs ahead of the 2026-27 season.

Ravena will join the Ryukyu Golden Kings, while Parks has signed with the Ibaraki Robots as the two Filipino standouts continue to build their careers in one of Asia's premier professional basketball leagues.

For Ravena, the move ushers in another milestone as he enters his sixth B.League campaign.

Following stops with Shiga and Yokohama, the veteran playmaker now joins powerhouse Ryukyu, which reached last season's league finals after compiling a 42-18 regular-season record.

The Golden Kings also finished third in the East Asia Super League, giving Ravena another opportunity to compete for multiple titles.

"I'm very excited to be part of the Ryukyu Golden Kings. As one of the top organizations in the league, I'll be ready to do my best to represent the city of Okinawa and the fans of the Kings," Ravena said in the team's announcement.

The 32-year-old Ateneo product averaged 11.9 points, 3.3 assists, and 1.8 rebounds while shooting 37 percent from beyond the arc for the Yokohama B-Corsairs last season.

Parks, meanwhile, heads to Ibaraki as the Robots look to bounce back from a disappointing 2025-26 campaign.

The National University alumnus joins a rebuilding squad that finished 19-41 and placed 10th in the East Division, with the franchise hoping his versatility and experience can help fuel a turnaround.

"I'm really excited for this next chapter and grateful for the opportunity to be part of your organization. I can already feel the energy and support, and I can't wait to meet everyone soon, compete together, and give everything I have for the team and the city. Looking forward to building something special and having a competitive and winning season together," Parks said.

The move will be Parks' third stop in the B.League after previous stints with the Nagoya Diamond Dolphins and Osaka Evessa, as he looks to help steer the Robots back into playoff contention.