Rudy Distrito (born May 17, 1958 in Bacolod), is a retired Filipino professional basketball player in the Philippine Basketball Association. His moniker is The Destroyer because of his rugged and intense brand of play.

May 19, 2021 · Thirty years ago, Rudy Distrito sank arguably the biggest shot in PBA finals history, a short stab from the right flank over the outstretched arms of Benjie Paras that gave Ginebra San Miguel...

Jan 14, 2010 · Former basketball star Rudy Distrito arrived in Manila Wednesday, shortly after United States authorities ordered his deportation when he was granted parole following his conviction for murder.

Jun 1, 2020 · From foes at one time to becoming allies during the defining years of his career, the retired Rudy Distrito—remembered by early fans of the PBA as the original enforcer—gives credit to his success to ico­nic Ginebra San Miguel legend Robert Jaworski.

May 19, 2021 · Ginebra San Miguel’s dramatic Game 7 win over Shell Rimula X in the 1991 First Conference finals went down as the most unforgettable in ‘Never-Say-Die’ lore, but the face of that grand victory in...

Mar 18, 2007 · Former Philippine Basketball Association star Rudy "The Destroyer" Distrito was convicted of manslaughter yesterday for the 2004 killing of a Mexican in Las Vegas, Nevada.

But Ginebra made another run, this time was led by Rudy Distrito, who made six points, including two free throws that gave Ginebra the lead with 69 seconds left. [12] With five seconds remaining in the game, Ginebra had the possession with both teams tied at 102-all.

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Barangay Ginebra legend Rudy Distrito was in awe of the electric atmosphere surrounding Game 5 of the PBA Commissioner's Cup Finals between his former team and San Miguel Beermen on Sunday.

Ginebra San Miguel made history by coming back from a 1-3 series deficit to take the last three games and win the championship, highlighted by Rudy Distrito's winning shot in the last five seconds of the thrilling Game Seven with the score tied at 102-all.