BASKETBALL: WHY FILIPINO’S LOVE IT SO MUCH. “The Filipino’s are small but terrible” said by foreigners that experienced playing basketball with a Filipino. On the streets, in Barangay Festival, National Level, and Olympics we will see a Filipino that passionately playing basketball it’s undeniable that we are fascinated with basketball. We held pride to our National Teams in an International Basketball court. An sport that can be easily played , does not require number of people and a lot of money to play a perfect combination for everyone to play. Many people in the country are still experiencing poverty with basketball is there go to in order be entertained. Its fast pace and unpredictable twist are one of the reason why Filipinos are obsessed with the sport.