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IPC2
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general public dont know the value of defense, they equate rebounds, steals as blocks as the only components of defense. jusko, that's why Norwood is only appreciated by the public for his dunk against Scola and not defense
Gabe was one of our anchors from 2012 to 2016 (the other one was Ping), and our only defensive anchor from 2017 to 2019. That defense should not be overlooked.
As for not knowing the value of defense, when I see some lineups, some fans don't have balance, it's a bit too offensive while sacrificing defense.
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JAMSKIE2
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As for not knowing the value of defense, when I see some lineups, some fans don't have balance, it's a bit too offensive while sacrificing defense.
Their lineups look more like an all-star team than a national team. It's loaded with scorers & hardly any role players.
I think coach Tab's 2015 Gilas team was more of a defensive team with defensive players like Norwood, Pingris, Abueva, Hontiveros & Matt Ganuelas Rosser.
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JAMSKIE2
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Can't help but laugh at these Pinoy vloggers describing Kevin Quiambao as a shooting guard. Damn, hindi porke magaling sa outside shooting eh pwede mo na tawaging shooting guard!
Quiambao is a natural 4 who is versatile enough to play the 3, but he's no shooting guard or 2-guard.
Quiambao is a natural 4 who is versatile enough to play the 3, but he's no shooting guard or 2-guard.
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Metta2
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Can't help but laugh at these Pinoy vloggers describing Kevin Quiambao as a shooting guard. Damn, hindi porke magaling sa outside shooting eh pwede mo na tawaging shooting guard!
Quiambao is a natural 4 who is versatile enough to play the 3, but he's no shooting guard or 2-guard.
Caidic wasn't much of a ballhandler and wasn't fast. And he's arguably the best Pilipinas SG.
I think KQ has great motor, he can be the type of SG that runs around screens/uses movement of the ball like Caidic, Klay or Rip Hamilton. He's not the MJ or Kobe type of SG in people's minds who has to have the ball in his hands all the time.
It's about time we use less dribble and use more passing in our game. KQ fits that.
On D, his goal should be the defensive ability of Dwight and/or Koon. They all have about the same build and athleticism. KQ gives good effort and that is a big part of D, he just has to learn angles and positioning. He has long arms and big hands that allow him to give a bit of space and not get beat.
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IPC2
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Their lineups look more like an all-star team than a national team. It's loaded with scorers & hardly any role players.
I think coach Tab's 2015 Gilas team was more of a defensive team with defensive players like Norwood, Pingris, Abueva, Hontiveros & Matt Ganuelas Rosser.
That lineup was the best defensive team I had ever seen, come to think of it. And Gabe, Ping, Abueva, and Dondon were also part of the rotation. We had a defensive rating of 89.1. That was our 2nd consecutive silver.
We always performed best when our defense was good. When it wasn't, we underperformed (see 2017 FIBA Asia Cup, 2021 SEA Games, and 2022 FIBA Asia Cup).
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IPC2
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Actually, Malonzo has gotten better with his handle, and shoots well too. Shot creator na from the perimeter. He can play solid man-to-man defense also. So he really is becoming a natural wing.
I'd still take Dwight, Navarro, and Oftana when healthy, but Malonzo's not a bad choice for wing now.
Yes Malonzo has the physical tools to be an SF. He needs more reps. Unfortunately with the lack of PFs in our previous Gilas pool he was forced to play PF most of the time.
He plays more SF with Ginebra than with the NT. Good that NorthPort and now Ginebra have used him more at that spot than at PF.
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Giannis34GOD2
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Not just a center NP. A center NP who can defend. AJ and Ange are our only defenders at the 4/5 positions. Yes, we have Dwight, who can defend 2 to 4, but that's not enough.
We haven't had a local who can serve as a defensive presence at the 4/5 positions since Pingris. That is, until AJ came along, but he's also injury-prone.
That's why I really can't believe that we can easily toss Ange aside, when he's been one of our best defenders. I don't want another 30-point blowout where the opponent shoots 60% from the field and 70% from 3 (yes, I'm talking about the 2017 SoKor game).
The only problem is CTC will call the shots for Gilas, His prioritize is Brownlee... That's why we have to stick with Kai and AJ... But CTC is also a big man coach... For sure Kai and AJ will benefit for CTC long term
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IPC2
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The only problem is CTC will call the shots for Gilas, His prioritize is Brownlee... That's why we have to stick with Kai and AJ... But CTC is also a big man coach... For sure Kai and AJ will benefit for CTC long term
Brownlee's fine, since he can play defense at the 4. Problem is, JB's suspended and AJ's currently injured. We need a guy who can anchor the defense from the 4 and/or 5 spots. I don't think Kai's there.
About JC, he was fine because AJ anchored our defense. Blatche had Gabe and Pingris next to him.
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Giannis34GOD2
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Brownlee's fine, since he can play defense at the 4. Problem is, JB's suspended and AJ's currently injured. We need a guy who can anchor the defense from the 4 and/or 5 spots. I don't think Kai's there.
About JC, he was fine because AJ anchored our defense. Blatche had Gabe and Pingris next to him.
Maybe CTC can develop Kai into atleast Japeth type of defensive level.... let's see!!!!
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sroth38392
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Kai
Ange (NP)
Malonzo
Amos
Dwight
Oftana
KQ
Heading
Perez
BRP
Newsome
Scottie
Reserves:
RJ Abarrientos
Junemar
Alas
Abando
Ange (NP)
Malonzo
Amos
Dwight
Oftana
KQ
Heading
Perez
BRP
Newsome
Scottie
Reserves:
RJ Abarrientos
Junemar
Alas
Abando
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hmbopbaduwap2
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From Homer: No Ravena brothers. Iskati, Oftana and Ramos are locked in.
https://www.spin.ph/basketball/cone...EZ3lg56GpOyOEY63HDKCl5EfuVgwj9yyPM2pSQGvlspzc
https://www.spin.ph/basketball/cone...EZ3lg56GpOyOEY63HDKCl5EfuVgwj9yyPM2pSQGvlspzc
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bluenote492
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Kai
Ange (NP)
Malonzo
Amos
Dwight
Oftana
KQ
Heading
Perez
BRP
Newsome
Scottie
Reserves:
RJ Abarrientos
Junemar
Alas
Abando
BRP & Malonzo are a waste of playing spots!
Invite Wright & Lopez and if possible Perkins.
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sroth38392
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BRP & Malonzo are a waste of playing spots!
Invite Wright & Lopez and if possible Perkins.
FIBA Wright isn’t reliable pero under CTC maybe it’s worth a shot.
What does Lopez provide apart from flashy dunks? Didn’t follow the recently concluded UAAP season.
Is Perkins even cleared to play?
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Silent Killer2
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FIBA Wright isn’t reliable pero under CTC maybe it’s worth a shot.
What does Lopez provide apart from flashy dunks? Didn’t follow the recently concluded UAAP season.
Is Perkins even cleared to play?
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bluenote492
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FIBA Wright isn’t reliable pero under CTC maybe it’s worth a shot.
What does Lopez provide apart from flashy dunks? Didn’t follow the recently concluded UAAP season.
Is Perkins even cleared to play?
Not just Wright, I think even Belangel & 3dy is worth at least a try-out.
Lopez improved shooting, hustle, and not playing scared/mayaman>BRP/Malonzo combined.
I believe they're working on Perkins exemption.
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IPC2
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Kai
Ange (NP)
Malonzo
Amos
Dwight
Oftana
KQ
Heading
Perez
BRP
Newsome
Scottie
Reserves:
RJ Abarrientos
Junemar
Alas
Abando
Your pool has an average age of 27.2, with the 12 having an average age of 26.7. Good balance between age and experience.
No Carl and SJ, though. SJ could use another chance, and Carl gives another big PF, which we lack.
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sroth38392
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Your pool has an average age of 27.2, with the 12 having an average age of 26.7. Good balance between age and experience.
No Carl and SJ, though. SJ could use another chance, and Carl gives another big PF, which we lack.
Yes for Carl and prolly switch BRP for him.
SJ? Depends. Cone seems more keen on explosive guards like Terrence.
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sroth38392
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Not just Wright, I think even Belangel & 3dy is worth at least a try-out.
Lopez improved shooting, hustle, and not playing scared/mayaman>BRP/Malonzo combined.
I believe they're working on Perkins exemption.
As per Homer, the Ravena bros aren’t in the pool.
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bluenote492
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No Carl and SJ, though. SJ could use another chance, and Carl gives another big PF, which we lack.
I have no doubt Carl is a better option than Amos. Heck, I think Balti should also be considered. It's just a matter of their willingness to play for Gilas.