Samboy Lim

Samboy Lim
Lim in 2004
Personal information
Born(1962-04-01)April 1, 1962
Quezon City, Philippines
DiedDecember 23, 2023(2023-12-23) (aged 61)
Pasig, Philippines
NationalityFilipino
Listed height6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Listed weight185 lb (84 kg)
Career information
High schoolSan Beda (Manila)
CollegeLetran
Playing career1986–1997
PositionSmall forward, shooting guard
Number9
Career history
1986Lhuillier Jewelers
1986–1997Magnolia Cheese/San Miguel Beer/San Miguel Beermen
1998Welcoat House Paints
Career highlights
As player
As executive
Medals
Men's Basketball
Representing Philippines
ABC Championship
1985 Kuala Lumpur Team
FIBA Asia Club Championship
1984 Ipoh Team
Asian Games
1986 Seoul Team
1990 Beijing Team
SEA Games
1983 Singapore Team
1985 Bangkok Team

Avelino "Samboy" Borromeo Lim Jr. (April 1, 1962 – December 23, 2023), nicknamed "The Skywalker", was a Filipino professional basketball player of the Philippine Basketball Association and the national team in the 1980s and 1990s.

As a high-flying wing, he distinguished himself with his flamboyant and often dangerous forays to the basket, punctuated by acrobatic shots, hang-time moves, or slam dunks. Lim was a five-time All-Star and two-time PBA Mythical Team selection, but he did not win a Most Valuable Player award because he did not complete a full season due to the multiple injuries he sustained on the court.