La Romana – Los Cañeros del Este have announced a significant move in their roster, acquiring talented shooting guard Brandone Francis in a trade with the Metros de Santiago. In this transaction, Raimer Santana joins the Cibao franchise, marking a milestone in the team’s preparation for the 2026 season of the National Basketball League (LNB).
Brandone Francis: Quality Reinforcement for the Cañeros
Brandone Francis, originally from La Romana and 31 years old, is a 6’5” shooting guard who currently competes in the Indonesian Professional Basketball League. There, he has shone with the Prawira Harum club, earning the affection of the fans thanks to his consistent offensive performance. Known for being a natural scorer, Francis possesses a complete offensive repertoire. He is capable of scoring from the perimeter, in the mid-range, and attacking the basket effectively, thanks to his physical strength and versatility on the court.“Bringing Brandone Francis to his hometown has been a goal we’ve had for a while. Being able to make it a reality fills us with satisfaction, not only for his talent, but also for his experience and the human quality he has always demonstrated on and off the court”
María Octavia Rodríguez, general manager of the CañerosIn his college years, Francis played in the NCAA with the Florida Gators and Texas Tech. With the latter team, he reached the final of the national championship in the 2019 season, leading his team in scoring in the decisive match. Subsequently, he played in the NBA G-League with the Iowa Wolves, which opened the doors to European basketball, where he participated in the LEB Oro of Spain with Gipuzkoa Basketball. In the LNB, defending the colors of the Metros de Santiago, Francis has participated in all seasons since his selection, recording career double-digit scoring averages and obtaining important recognitions, such as the Sixth Man of the Year award in 2021. In addition, he has been a reinforcement in the main superior basketball tournaments of the country, including Santiago, Moca, La Romana and the National District, where he was proclaimed champion with the Club Mauricio Báez. “We want our fanbase to know that we are working tirelessly to bring back the championship they deserve. The arrival of Brandone Francis to Cañeros is a clear sign of that commitment to La Romana and the entire Eastern region” The executive also expressed her gratitude to Raimer Santana for his time in the franchise: “We wish him the best of luck and thank him for representing Cañeros with dedication, discipline, and pride during his time with us.” The 2026 season of the National Basketball League is scheduled to begin in April, while the Eastern Cane Cutters continue to refine their roster with the goal of competing at the highest level.
