Fiba World Cup 2023 Philippines

[IPC2]

Worst case scenario in the Gilas final 12-man roster: Pogoy & Thirdy Ravena make it while Parks & Abando don't.

doesnt matter that much. even if any 2 combination is selected, their job is to shoot 3s (except thirdy). Pogoy will hit a 3 or 2 plus some defense. Abando will get his highlight block and probably shoot another 1 or 2 e3. Parks will do nothing but shoot 3 and might make more than the other 2 while if ever Thirdy gets in, we'll just see him in the face of some player for a few mins.

all good, i wish them luck but if you look at it overall, Pogoy, Parks, and Abando will do the same thing so it doesnt matter who gets picked. Thirdy hasnt played to his usual self the past few months and his lack of shooting really hurts his chances.

​Parks is not someone we can afford to drop, though. Too good not to include, and we don't have anyone capable enough to fill his shoes, even though he can be content as a spot-up shooter. Good shot creator and slasher also. Again, the only justifiable reasons to drop him are if he gets injured or if he begs off.

 

[JAMSKIE2]

​Parks is not someone we can afford to drop, though. Too good not to include, and we don't have anyone capable enough to fill his shoes, even though he can be content as a spot-up shooter. Good shot creator and slasher also. Again, the only justifiable reasons to drop him are if he gets injured or if he begs off.

And he's a good size shooting guard, taller than Pogoy, Abando, Perez, Thirdy & Newsome. He is as tall or even slightly taller than Jordan Clarkson. He is a perfect compliment for the go-to-guy Clarkson in the wings as Clarkson is going to attract the defense thus freeing Parks from the 3 pt. area. No doubt Parks has the skills, the only question mark is his attitude.

 

[IPC2]

And he's a good size shooting guard, taller than Pogoy, Abando, Perez, Thirdy & Newsome. He is as tall or even slightly taller than Jordan Clarkson. He is a perfect compliment for the go-to-guy Clarkson in the wings as Clarkson is going to attract the defense thus freeing Parks from the 3 pt. area. No doubt Parks has the skills, the only question mark is his attitude.

And in the case of Abando, Newsome, and Thirdy, it's possible to include them without dropping Parks, right? Not that I would, because we might sacrifice too much size already, but still.

 

[digitalsuperman2]

maybe the team just lacks chemistry for now. they really need more tuneup games to work on that. i guess this is what chot has been talking about when they want JC and Kai to join the team in china supposedly. but then again Kai and Scottie was injured while JC didn't arrive early.

 

[Metta2]

See this is why a call from the US fans to just send the Gleague and a couple of College standouts is getting louder and more than likely the NBA quietly supporting that idea.

It's not very different from the call of some pinoys (me included) to send just our HS/college prospects to SEA games.

 

[DaBarkads1432]

Please NZL, Beat Jordan for us.... It seems Jordan having the best preparation results in all Asian teams competing in the WC... Beating both Mexico and Venezuela in their tune up games... If somehow Jordan beat NZL, They have a chance grabbing lone Asian spot in Olympic via backdoor... they can beat Mexico and Egypt in classification matches....

 

[DaBarkads1432]

See this is why a call from the US fans to just send the Gleague and a couple of College standouts is getting louder and more than likely the NBA quietly supporting that idea.

Lols.... They don't want to be embarrassed, That's why they tell that idea... But this one will not happen since NBA finds this FIBA WC as their global expansion market for their own right... It will not happen bro!!!!!

 

[geohunk2]

Junmar is having his best international basketball stint counting Gilas' training camp in Europe & that pocket tournament in China. Although these are just friendly games & a pocket tournament, I think the quality of opposition Gilas had faced in Europe, as well as the Senegal, Ivory Coast & Montenegro national teams are no slouches.

In last night's game vs. Montenegro, Junmar finishing with 19 pts against a legit NBA bigman like Vucevic is no mean feat.

Weren't majority of JMF points made during garbage time? Plus it was reported he was being pick and rolled all night.

 

[RideOrDie_UrNext2]

No commitment for this crucial stages for national team... Unless he was reported injured (No news yet)... I see him cut... Oftana is good investment for future Gilas team... And back up wing for Malonzo...

And you're telling us you're not Robert? Seriously?

 

[RideOrDie_UrNext2]

And in the case of Abando, Newsome, and Thirdy, it's possible to include them without dropping Parks, right? Not that I would, because we might sacrifice too much size already, but still.

I really don't get Chot's logic, with Heading begging off? His next best thing to do is to drop the next best shooter (Parks) available?

Kai, Clarkson drama is finally over yet Chot is trying to stir up another one (cutting Parks)?

 

[Giannis34GOD2]

And you're telling us you're not Robert? Seriously?

So what do want to prove here? Are you happy?

 

[RideOrDie_UrNext2]

So what do want to prove here? Are you happy?

No we just missed you, why lie and try to tell us before that you're a Greek?

 

[Giannis34GOD2]

I really don't get Chot's logic, with Heading begging off? His next best thing to do is to drop the next best shooter (Parks) available?

Kai, Clarkson drama is finally over yet Chot is trying to stir up another one (cutting Parks)?

If he’s not commiting 100% then why not? Is his flirting w/ vlogger gf is more important than your responsibility for your country… BTW, CJ Perez postponed his vacation trip w/ his family just to be with gilas… renz abando cancelled all of his appointments just to be in gilas, then why not parks? He can do whatever he wants after this event… even he can skip Asian games since there are many ineligible players can replace him… unfair for other players who sacrificed a lot… just because you hate ravena bros and tnt players then all blame towards them and parks is not? Cmon bro!!!! You can be better than that…

 

[Giannis34GOD2]

No we just missed you, why lie and try to tell us before that you're a Greek?

So what’s the deal? What I know this is private forum… right!? What happens if you know my identity?

 

[RideOrDie_UrNext2]

So what’s the deal? What I know this is private forum… right!? What happens if you know my identity?

I'm sorry bro, I just want to know why you gotta pretend you're not him, when we always like having a discussion with you

 

[RideOrDie_UrNext2]

If he’s not commiting 100% then why not? Is his flirting w/ vlogger gf is more important than your responsibility for your country… BTW, CJ Perez postponed his vacation trip w/ his family just to be with gilas… renz abando cancelled all of his appointments just to be in gilas, then why not parks? He can do whatever he wants after this event… even he can skip Asian games since there are many ineligible players can replace him… unfair for other players who sacrificed a lot… just because you hate ravena bros and tnt players then all blame towards them and parks is not? Cmon bro!!!! You can be better than that…

Bro, where did I say I hate the Ravena bros and TNT? Hahahahaha I must have missed it. I just said that you're down with one shooter in Heading, then you'll (Chot) double down on it by cutting the next best one in Parks? Where the hell is the logic?

You got a lot of hate in Parks, you have a short leash on him even if does good especially in the tune ups. He saved our asses with timely baskets in the end game. Is it still because of his messy breakup with TNT? Come on bro, put aside your fandom with TNT and just think about what's best for Gilas here.

 

[CoJ2]

Coach Rajko along with our beloved PBA figures watched the motenegro-gilas game.. Hmm i hope Long Hair or who ever takes over sbp consider hiring rajko as a consultant

 

[Silent Killer2]

one defensive set last night (CTTO)

 

[C2Hamm2]

​Parks is not someone we can afford to drop, though. Too good not to include, and we don't have anyone capable enough to fill his shoes, even though he can be content as a spot-up shooter. Good shot creator and slasher also. Again, the only justifiable reasons to drop him are if he gets injured or if he begs off.

my point is, for the past few games, CCR has used Parks, Pogoy, and Abando the same way. there is no difference. im happy for you if Parks gets picked but role wise, there is no difference if Pogoy and\or Abando is picked above him. ill ask the same question i asked before for those who are debating over Kiefer or Rhez. lets say Parks gets picked but does not play at all for the whole tournament. how will you feel and would it really matter? will his inclusion mean auto win atleast a game? we are discussing players who will are 9-12th on the team. for as long as they do what CCR wants them to do, its really ok whoever CCR wants. basta solid for the first 8-9 players, it should be fine barring injury. its like playoff in the NBA. everyone will have his time under the spotlight during the regular season, but once its in the playoffs, the 9th to x players are all reduced to become magic bunots.
doesnt matter if Parks goes 8-8 in 3ps vs angola\italy\DR or if its Pogoy or Rhenz who does that. what matters is whoever CCR picks, hits the 3s when he gets open.

 

[C2Hamm2]

one defensive set last night (CTTO)

i wonder how good the shooters of Angola are.