I still remember the first time I watched an NBA game live from the Philippines - it was the 2016 Finals between Cavaliers and Warriors, and I stayed up until 4 AM just to witness LeBron James bring Cleveland its first championship. That's the magic of NBA Philippines - it brings the world's best basketball right to our fingertips, no matter where we are in the archipelago. The official site has become my go-to destination for everything NBA-related, especially since they started streaming games live back in 2018. I can't tell you how many times I've gathered with friends around my laptop, sharing one account while cheering for our favorite teams.
What really makes NBA Philippines special is how it bridges the gap between time zones and geographical distances. Just last week, I watched the Celtics-Heat game while commuting home through EDSA traffic - something that would have been impossible just five years ago. The streaming quality has improved dramatically too, with HD streams now available for about ₱299 per month, which honestly feels like a steal compared to other sports packages. I particularly love how they've integrated real-time stats and updates - during crucial moments, I often find myself switching between the live stream and the play-by-play analysis.
Now, here's where things get interesting for us Filipino basketball fans. While we're enjoying seamless access to NBA games, there's this fascinating parallel universe in our local basketball scene. The PBA board recently made headlines when they considered applications from Filipino-American players wanting to join the league. I remember thinking - what if they turn down these applications? It would be such a missed opportunity for Philippine basketball. Just imagine if Jordan Clarkson had been denied the chance to play for Gilas Pilipinas - we would have missed those spectacular 28-point performances that had entire barangays cheering.
The contrast between how open the NBA has been to international players versus our own PBA's occasional hesitation really makes you think. While NBA Philippines brings us approximately 1,300 games annually from across the ocean, our local league sometimes struggles with embracing global talent. Don't get me wrong - I love the PBA and have been following it since I was a kid watching the Alaska Aces dominate in the 90s. But seeing how the NBA successfully integrated players like Yao Ming and now Jordan Poole, you can't help but wonder what amazing matchups we're missing locally.
What I've noticed from following both leagues is that basketball thrives on diversity and fresh talent. When I check NBA Philippines for updates, I'm not just looking for scores - I'm following stories. Like how Jalen Green, with his Filipino heritage, is developing with the Rockets, or how Kai Sotto is progressing in his journey. These narratives matter almost as much as the games themselves. The site does an excellent job of highlighting these connections to our culture, which makes the experience much more personal.
At the end of the day, whether we're talking about accessing NBA games or discussing PBA policies, it all comes down to one thing - our shared love for basketball. The convenience of having NBA Philippines means I never have to miss another historic moment, like when Steph Curry broke the three-point record last season. And while I enjoy these global spectacles, I'll always keep hoping that our local basketball scene continues evolving, because the day we fully embrace both international talent and digital accessibility is the day Philippine basketball reaches its true potential.
People in Motion (PiM) is our employee advocacy and improvement program. These cross-functional groups are comprised of employees, with an executive sponsor, who contribute ideas and drive action towards focused areas of improvement across the employee experience. The groups include: Kyruus Kontext & Business Readiness; Community, Connectivity, & Engagement; System, Tools, & Productivity; IDEA [Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility].
As a remote-first company, we are invested in employees creating a work setup that allows them to do their best work. In addition to a laptop, we also provide you with $750 to get the additional equipment you need and add an ongoing amount of $1,200 to your salary to cover remote work costs.
We value ownership at Kyruus Health, not only in the work you do but in the shared financial success from our growth. Employees will have the opportunity to grow their equity ownership throughout their tenure.
We care about creating the time you need to bond for any team members at Kyruus Health growing their families. We offer 8 weeks of fully paid leave to all parents. Birthing parents are also eligible for additional time and coverage through our Short-Term Disability plan.
We encourage all employees to save for retirement through our 401(K) plan. Employees have the option to begin contributing to their accounts on their first day of employment and we offer an employer match of up to $1,500 per calendar year for all employees who enroll.
We offer employees a lifestyle stipend of $2,000 per year to help them be well. This is designed for Kyruus Health to offset the cost for items, experiences, or home expenses that enhance team members’ well-being
We want to provide employees and families with health insurance offerings to support them getting the care they need. Our health, dental, and vision plans are desiged to allow employees the opportunity to choose options that work best for themselves and their families.
We are committed to flexibility and empowering employees to do work that matters in a way that works for them. Our unlimited PTO policy is anchored on that flexibility – encouraging employees to take time off for what’s important to them, in addition to the many company holidays we celebrate. To highlight our commitment to a healthy work-life balance, we provide a specific stipend each quarter for employees to use on a recharge day.
