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k3ttch2
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Super-hypocritical how the PBA and SBP bring Gilas into their argument. If anything, the B League has HELPED the national team
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Stevy2
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I remember when Jericho Cruz was not able to suit up for Guam against India for the last spot in the Asia Cup and WC qualifiers, while other B-league players (Nick Kay, Jawato, etc.) from other countries were not restricted to joining their NTs in FIBA comps.
Sikatrix2
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The only cases I can think of so far of BLeague not allowing players is Balti and Greg when they were fixing papers. Even that is temporary.
Also personally, I dont care about FIBA availability at all but thats just me.
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thatweirdguy2
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Was that the Bleague not allowing them or their personal decision to beg off to focus on fixing their requirements?
So will they put Navarro back on the team now?
Sikatrix2
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I think it was a personal decision so my apologies for the lack of precision. Also I guess they bring Navarro back but cant guarantee it.
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Dotch2
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SJ Belangel: 'We rep the Philippine flag no matter where we play'
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CoJ2
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this is getting ugly and SBP is losing the PR war
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fadzki2
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Can't wait for B.League to release an statement about the recent visit of the PBA in Japan and what is their reply on the comments ("it may sadly blemish our friendship.”) made by a PBA official.
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fadzki2
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Maybe a workout with Pinoy Sakuragi will help him improve his defensive skills on how to use his body effectively and also help him how to box out and rebound properly.
I think if Pingris was about 4" taller he would be the best PF in Philippine basketball history.
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CoJ2
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from Dean Mel Sta Maria of FEU Law
VERY IMPORTANT 10 LESSONS FOR OUR YOUNG BASKETBALL PLAYERS. What is the lesson our future young players, especially the stars in the mold of Thirdy Ravena, Will Navarro and the like, must learn from this experience of Will Navarro not being allowed to play in the Korean Professional League? They are as follows:
First, do not immediately jump into the PBA draft. There are other better leagues in Asia and Australia wanting to engage Filipino Players. Make PBA your second, third or even fourth choice.
Second. Getting immediately into the PBA draft after college will not be for your paramount interest, financially, emotionally and physically.
Third, Do not believe that crap that not playing for the PBA is against our national interest. There is absolutely NO national- interest-issue playing in the PBA. PBA is a private enterprise.
Fourth, playing abroad and receiving much larger salaries will greatly contribute to the economy of the Philippines. Your dollar remittance will surely help the coffers of the government. Do not miss this patriotic opportunity.
Fifth. IF you are to join the PBA or any other league, read your contracts very well. Be sure there is no exclusivity clause that will prohibit you from playing in other Asian/Australian leagues. Better still, provide a clause that will allow you to play abroad during times that you are not playing here in an official tournament.
Sixth. in your contract whether here or abroad, make sure that there are no potestative clauses that will leave the operation of the contract absolutely dependent upon the will of the company you are playing in or of the PBA. Our Supreme Court has voided such a provision with respect to a coach already, and there is no reason why the same clause cannot be invalidated when it concerns the players.
Seventh, do not sign any contract with a non-compete clause.This is a clause that prohibits you from playing with any other team for a period of time after you disengage from you present team. That will be prejudicial to your interest and that of your family as well.
Eight, Know the people with whom you are contracting with and also know league officials whether here or abroad. Entering into a contract also include studying personalities which may have something to do with your contract. Do not enter a contract that is motivated by selfish ends. Factor in the inflexibility or flexibiity and short-sightedness or broad mindedness of officials and contracting parties.
Ninth, remember that playing in another country greatly enhances the reputation of Filipino basketball players as one of the best in the world. Avoid people who seek to destroy, wittingly or unwittingly, this great accolade by their crab-mentality.
Tenth, Continue to trust yourself, remember you are world class and not merely PBA-class.
VERY IMPORTANT 10 LESSONS FOR OUR YOUNG BASKETBALL PLAYERS. What is the lesson our future young players, especially the stars in the mold of Thirdy Ravena, Will Navarro and the like, must learn from this experience of Will Navarro not being allowed to play in the Korean Professional League? They are as follows:
First, do not immediately jump into the PBA draft. There are other better leagues in Asia and Australia wanting to engage Filipino Players. Make PBA your second, third or even fourth choice.
Second. Getting immediately into the PBA draft after college will not be for your paramount interest, financially, emotionally and physically.
Third, Do not believe that crap that not playing for the PBA is against our national interest. There is absolutely NO national- interest-issue playing in the PBA. PBA is a private enterprise.
Fourth, playing abroad and receiving much larger salaries will greatly contribute to the economy of the Philippines. Your dollar remittance will surely help the coffers of the government. Do not miss this patriotic opportunity.
Fifth. IF you are to join the PBA or any other league, read your contracts very well. Be sure there is no exclusivity clause that will prohibit you from playing in other Asian/Australian leagues. Better still, provide a clause that will allow you to play abroad during times that you are not playing here in an official tournament.
Sixth. in your contract whether here or abroad, make sure that there are no potestative clauses that will leave the operation of the contract absolutely dependent upon the will of the company you are playing in or of the PBA. Our Supreme Court has voided such a provision with respect to a coach already, and there is no reason why the same clause cannot be invalidated when it concerns the players.
Seventh, do not sign any contract with a non-compete clause.This is a clause that prohibits you from playing with any other team for a period of time after you disengage from you present team. That will be prejudicial to your interest and that of your family as well.
Eight, Know the people with whom you are contracting with and also know league officials whether here or abroad. Entering into a contract also include studying personalities which may have something to do with your contract. Do not enter a contract that is motivated by selfish ends. Factor in the inflexibility or flexibiity and short-sightedness or broad mindedness of officials and contracting parties.
Ninth, remember that playing in another country greatly enhances the reputation of Filipino basketball players as one of the best in the world. Avoid people who seek to destroy, wittingly or unwittingly, this great accolade by their crab-mentality.
Tenth, Continue to trust yourself, remember you are world class and not merely PBA-class.
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Dotch2
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#FreeWillNavarro
Sikatrix2
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Sta Maria is discounting the level of talent in the PBA. There is a reason why Korea/Japan want our players. The class in the PBA is on the level of the locals of those countries. Australia is another level obviously and so is Europe/GLeague.
PS The country wont get remittances from someone like Gutang or Dwight. Those guys are based in America.
PS The country wont get remittances from someone like Gutang or Dwight. Those guys are based in America.
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IPC2
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If Navarro's not in the SBP's plans, I think he should first make efforts to secure a release, or a contract termination. Baka makaabot pa siya.
The FIBA ruling on the clearance mentions the Gilas contract, not the fact that Navarro had a commitment to NorthPort. At least in the article.
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IPC2
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As to overall quality, let's include the imports in the equation, not just the locals. The mere fact that there are imports (with no height restrictions) for whole seasons make the other Asian leagues better quality leagues as of the moment.
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TheRodster212
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It’s a poor excuse and only one they could come up with. The real issue is the PBA is losing fresh young popular marketable talent and don’t want to have to make major changes to the current system they have going on. The PBA is also losing popularity with younger generations as well and the writing is on the wall but rather than going after the root cause they are going after a symptom. This is no different than companies wanting monopolies and local protection writes but when they bring college players into this it starts to become clear they don’t care much about the national team and what they truly want is to protect the interests of the stakeholders and PBA
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Rds2
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I am not sure if its quality per se. Even Dwight is more of a role player in the B league. I think it is also to attract the Filipino market. There are a lot of Pinoys in JP. Also online we are among the most engaged in the world. The presence of world imports definitely makes B league better than the PBA. If the PBA had 2 imports the whole year round and they didnt have farm teams whose role is to lose games then they would equal the B league.
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Juan Lun2
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this would be great, since Ranidel is his godfather(?) I'm assuming he is close with Pingris, maybe they can help Kai improve on his weaknesses..
Having said that, I think Kai already knows this, it's just hard to implement it on court on a consistent basis since he isn't used to boxing out since he was able to get away with just using his length ever since he started playing basketball
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leoisiah2
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May I know why SBP is not lending Navarro to NorthPort for the meantime? Is there something in the contract that does not allow this? They are making a national team player rot without playing actual competitive games.