7’2” Kai Sotto Has Dreams of Becoming the First NBA Player Who Was Born in the Philippines

PINOY BUILT March 25, 2020

Standing 7’2”, Kai Sotto came to the U.S. with the goal of becoming the first NBA player who was born in the Philippines.

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Founder, Social Media Manager & Content Creator at PinoyBuilt.com. Photographer. Former IT Product Manager at PG&E. I’m a 1.5-generation immigrant—Filipino-born, U.S.-raised—sharing stories that bridge cultures across the Filipino diaspora. I’m still learning about our roots and invite you to learn with me. Born in Makati, raised in Marikina, shaped by Manila, Chicago, and California. UC Davis alum, Mga Kapatid member, and former Pilipino Culture Night performer. Now a father of three, passing on Filipino heritage—one story at a time. Let’s build something Filipino together. Mabuhay.