Keith Datu understands the high expectations placed on his shoulders with the PBA Season 48 just around the corner. *Keith Datu*

But for the Fil-Am center, his main focus right now is to help Wilcon Depot 3x3 make noise in the PBA 3x3 Season 3 First Conference. "The best thing I can do is continue to work on myself individually while focusing on winning 3x3 legs with my Wilcon Depot team," he said. "I believe if I do the work, I will end up where I am supposed to be and I just trust God during the process." Datu, 27, is poised to be selected in the first round of the annual rookie selection process being one of the tallest prospects coming in. The 6-foot-7 banger, though, refuses to be complacent as he looks to further grow his game through his halfcourt stints. "There’s always more work to be done," he said. "I know what I’m capable of achieving and playing for Wilcon Depot has allowed me to continue to challenge myself." "I've learned a lot playing 3x3. On the court, having a great IQ makes a lot of difference on how you play, whether it's a win or a loss. Getting exposed to other experienced 3x3 contenders has also allowed me to grow tremendously." One thing that has boosted Datu's stock is how he fared well against his fellow heavyweights, all the more with the 3x3 game being very physical. "It really is. I hope to provide a dominant presence between both big men and guards once I adapt to the style of game play the referees allow. But I really enjoy 3x3 because it allows me to showcase both an inside and perimeter skillset," he said. The draft, however, is still months away and Datu knows that there are still legs and championships to win for Wilcon Depot. "Whatever my team needs from me, I will do it. This includes the dirty work, defense, and rebounds," he said. "I'm very grateful to have smart players surrounding me. I hope to take advantage of my size and create mismatches. I am very optimistic that we will bring home a championship."