Capitanes quickly became a fan favorite and reached the league finals in each of their first two seasons.
Since, he's been diligently taking Spanish lessons and visiting the city constantly to get acquainted with what will eventually be his new surroundings.
Mexico City itself should regain a similar frequency of hosting duties of top-tier sporting events.
Six months later, Capitanes was announced as part of Mexico's Liga Nacional de Baloncesto Profesional, the country's top pro league.