...the NBA stars tweets Manila

NBA players share their Manila experience online

By Renee Fopalan

with editing by tjdimacali

22 July 2011

GMA News

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Here's a quick selection of tweets from the NBA players, who really seem to be enjoying their stay in the Philippines so far.

Chris Paul and JaVale McGee tweeted about the warm reception and shared photos of the chocolate masterpieces left for them by their hotel.

What a WELCOME from the fans here in MANILA!!! Can't wait to get out on the court 2moro!!! #yesirrrr

CP3 July 22, 2011 at 5:41

This is all made out of chocolate. http://lockerz.com/s/122445478
 cjpaul14 July 22, 2011 at 7:00

Look at this set up.... http://twitpic.com/5tsoyg
JaValeMcGee34 July 22, 2011 at 6:27

So much love on Manila!!!!!! #PierreisinManila http://twitvid.com/9ETOO

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  JaValeMcGee34 July 22, 2011 at 5:09

Washington Wizards center McGee also took photos of the jeepney and the paparazzi that met their entourage at the airport. 

Pierre gone plank on one of these!!! http://twitpic.com/5tsc20 JaValeMcGee34 July 22, 2011 at 6:01

Manila paparazzi!!!!! http://twitpic.com/5trits JaValeMcGee34 July 22, 2011 at 5:01

Oklahoma City Thunder James Harden took the time before the games to do some shopping.

Shopping at the Shangrila Mall.

JHarden13 July 22, 2011 at 10:01

Minnesota Timberwolves rookie Derrick Williams did, too, but was wasn't able to find shoes that fit him.

went to the gucci store.. biggest size shoe they had was a 10 lol

RealDwill7 July 22, 2011 at 10:31

Williams, the second overall draft pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, marveled at the Philippines' fast food options.

and i saw a 24 hour Shakeys on the way here! hopefully they deliver! haa best pizza ever

RealDwill7 July 22, 2011 at 7:16

and mcdonalds delivers?! yo.. ice creams cones and apple pies tonight! lol

RealDwill7 July 22, 2011 at 8:22

Fans are expected to pack the Araneta Coliseum for this sold-out event. The NBA selection will play the PBA selection Saturday at 7pm and the Smart Gilas Pilipinas national team on Sunday, 1pm. — TJD, GMA News