2022–23 PBA Commissioner's Cup

[Fredomago]

Just giving my insight as I read it somewhere that arbitrage is closely being monitored by bookies to avoid such an edge from the gamblers.

Indeed, they closely monitor arbitrage betting since it guarantees a win for the gamblers. It's generally acceptable to engage in arbitrage betting using two different gambling sites as it's less likely to be noticed. However, if you consistently perform arbitrage betting on a single site, especially with substantial amounts, they are likely to become aware of it. It's important to note that while it may not be illegal, at least according to the article, it is closely monitored by the platforms.

Is Arbitrage Betting Legal?
Arbitrage betting is not illegal, but bookmakers try their best to stop it. While operators cannot technically take away the profits that are made, they will try to limit accounts and cancel bets to halt arbers.

This means that even for low-lying, profitable arbers, not all risk is eliminated: They are playing a cat and mouse game with the bookies in order to not get caught – or “gubbed”.

Thank you for backing up my understanding as I know for sure that bookies will not allow anyone to make them a cash-cow, but for sure there are people who can still manage to make some amount from this kind of sure betting even it's just a small dust of money from the hands of the bookies.

It seems like Ginebra's win streak is about to come to an end. Meralco is currently dominating the game with a 15-point lead, and with less than 5 minutes remaining, it's unlikely that Ginebra, the 'never say die' team, will be able to mount a comeback. I hope you guys win this game because it's evident that Meralco will bounce back after their disappointing loss.

It is now officially over, and Meralco has emerged victorious, winning the game by 13 points and getting back on the winning track. Quinto and Maliksi played a significant role in leading Meralco to this big win, even with the absence of one of their starters which is Newsome who is currently out of the country representing Gilas Pilipinas. It's a huge win for them, so let's continue to bet on them in their upcoming games. With a solid lineup, they have a good chance of securing more wins.

Meralco is good team to bet in this season as they show to us who they are, they are playing strong and have a good okay and like what you said one of their best player cross newsome us not with them because newsome and other selected players have a chance to represent our country.  But meralco is doing great tonight Maliksi and the rest of the team played well and they show to us that meralco is a strong team.

Oh well, the outcome state that they are more superior as they are facing a star-less Gin kings, not to oppose you but Newsome is a single star that left the Bolts to represent the National squad, while for the Gin kings, they are missing Both Scottie and Japeth plus Malonzo.

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[Kelvinid]

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JUST IN: Scottie Thompson suffered a metacarpal fracture on his right hand during Gilas’ practice in Kaunas, Lithuania.

It's not good news for our Philippine Team as Thompson plays a crucial role in the roster. He contributes on both offense and defense, and is a skilled rebounder. I wonder who will replace him in the starting lineup, considering his importance. I believe Abando, who has mostly been a bench player, could have a chance to shine in this role.

[Sanitough]

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JUST IN: Scottie Thompson suffered a metacarpal fracture on his right hand during Gilas’ practice in Kaunas, Lithuania.

It's not good news for our Philippine Team as Thompson plays a crucial role in the roster. He contributes on both offense and defense, and is a skilled rebounder. I wonder who will replace him in the starting lineup, considering his importance. I believe Abando, who has mostly been a bench player, could have a chance to shine in this role.

That means he is already out. It's a significant loss for Team Gilas, considering how valuable Scottie is. His hustle and the energy he brings to the floor are crucial factors for Gilas' success. What happened is unfortunate, but they need to move on as injuries can occur at any time. I'm confident that our roster is still capable of representing our country competitively.

[bisdak40]

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JUST IN: Scottie Thompson suffered a metacarpal fracture on his right hand during Gilas’ practice in Kaunas, Lithuania.

It's not good news for our Philippine Team as Thompson plays a crucial role in the roster. He contributes on both offense and defense, and is a skilled rebounder. I wonder who will replace him in the starting lineup, considering his importance. I believe Abando, who has mostly been a bench player, could have a chance to shine in this role.

Unfortunate indeed for him as this will be his debut on the Gilas squad playing in the FIBA World Cup and let's hope that the injury was not so serious that can affect his basketball career back home.

Abando might be a good replacement as the kid is getting tougher through his experience in the Korean league and also Abando is a high leaper that could help in the rebounding chores and he got also a good touch from beyond the arc so yeah, Abando might be the perfect replacement in the starting position if given the chance by coach Chot.

[Ziskinberg]

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JUST IN: Scottie Thompson suffered a metacarpal fracture on his right hand during Gilas’ practice in Kaunas, Lithuania.

It's not good news for our Philippine Team as Thompson plays a crucial role in the roster. He contributes on both offense and defense, and is a skilled rebounder. I wonder who will replace him in the starting lineup, considering his importance. I believe Abando, who has mostly been a bench player, could have a chance to shine in this role.

Unfortunate indeed for him as this will be his debut on the Gilas squad playing in the FIBA World Cup and let's hope that the injury was not so serious that can affect his basketball career back home.

Abando might be a good replacement as the kid is getting tougher through his experience in the Korean league and also Abando is a high leaper that could help in the rebounding chores and he got also a good touch from beyond the arc so yeah, Abando might be the perfect replacement in the starting position if given the chance by coach Chot.

There's no other player as athletic as Thompson, so I agree with you that Abando should take his place. Give this kid a chance, as he has already proven himself to be a superstar in the KBL (Korean Basketball League), and he deserves more playing time. I don't understand why Coach Chot wasn't as impressed with him, especially considering his popularity on the international stage.

[Hypnosis00]

There's no other player as athletic as Thompson, so I agree with you that Abando should take his place. Give this kid a chance, as he has already proven himself to be a superstar in the KBL (Korean Basketball League), and he deserves more playing time. I don't understand why Coach Chot wasn't as impressed with him, especially considering his popularity on the international stage.

This may open up an opportunity for Abando to gain more minutes, but let's see how coach Chot will manage his team. Abando is relatively new to the team compared to other players who are already familiar with the types of gameplay coach Chot has employed in the past. Additionally, team chemistry plays a crucial role, and considering Abando's recent arrival, starting him could still be a question mark.

[Shamm]

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JUST IN: Scottie Thompson suffered a metacarpal fracture on his right hand during Gilas’ practice in Kaunas, Lithuania.

It's not good news for our Philippine Team as Thompson plays a crucial role in the roster. He contributes on both offense and defense, and is a skilled rebounder. I wonder who will replace him in the starting lineup, considering his importance. I believe Abando, who has mostly been a bench player, could have a chance to shine in this role.

This is super bad as we all know how Thompson contributed to our team which he is one of those player who can carry out our team in this tournament and now he has suffering from an injury which is pretty bad. But in the other hand it's a good option if abandon is the one who replace the rules of Thompson as we all know that he is proving a lot in the international league.

[blockman]

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JUST IN: Scottie Thompson suffered a metacarpal fracture on his right hand during Gilas’ practice in Kaunas, Lithuania.

It's not good news for our Philippine Team as Thompson plays a crucial role in the roster. He contributes on both offense and defense, and is a skilled rebounder. I wonder who will replace him in the starting lineup, considering his importance.

This is sad, he's one of the key players in the team but then this is unexpected.

I believe Abando, who has mostly been a bench player, could have a chance to shine in this role.

He really has to shine on his role while Scottie is not around. We shall see the pride of the KBL - Anyang KGC as well as the champ of EASL. This is long overdue but then when he hasn't reached these goals, he's always on the bench. Thanks coach Chot. 

[Distinctin]

He really has to shine on his role while Scottie is not around. We shall see the pride of the KBL - Anyang KGC as well as the champ of EASL. This is long overdue but then when he hasn't reached these goals, he's always on the bench. Thanks coach Chot. 

I don't understand why Abando still chooses to help the team if he is not guaranteed to be given significant playing time. Given his current status, any team would be willing to offer him plenty of minutes, as he can certainly contribute to the team's success. However, with Coach Chot's coaching style, he seems to prefer the Ravena brothers to fill Abando's position instead of allowing Abando to play and showcase his talent. Nonetheless, let's wait and see. Hopefully, our expectations are wrong.

[Fredomago]

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JUST IN: Scottie Thompson suffered a metacarpal fracture on his right hand during Gilas’ practice in Kaunas, Lithuania.

It's not good news for our Philippine Team as Thompson plays a crucial role in the roster. He contributes on both offense and defense, and is a skilled rebounder. I wonder who will replace him in the starting lineup, considering his importance. I believe Abando, who has mostly been a bench player, could have a chance to shine in this role.

Unfortunate indeed for him as this will be his debut on the Gilas squad playing in the FIBA World Cup and let's hope that the injury was not so serious that can affect his basketball career back home.

Abando might be a good replacement as the kid is getting tougher through his experience in the Korean league and also Abando is a high leaper that could help in the rebounding chores and he got also a good touch from beyond the arc so yeah, Abando might be the perfect replacement in the starting position if given the chance by coach Chot.

There's no other player as athletic as Thompson, so I agree with you that Abando should take his place. Give this kid a chance, as he has already proven himself to be a superstar in the KBL (Korean Basketball League), and he deserves more playing time. I don't understand why Coach Chot wasn't as impressed with him, especially considering his popularity on the international stage.

He's not a Ravena I guess? hahaha kidding aside, Chot wanted to limelight, and he doesn't want anybody to steal that from him, but all of us here who understand the game knows that this young star really have the talent to show up, if given the time and enough exposures he can bring pride to our nationals, more on how the coach will help him to develop that confidence.

I used to remember TR7 when coach Tab still handling the Nationals he shines high and he gain international fans, just like Abando he's not just an ordinary kind of player but he proven himself overseas and he can bring that same energy if Chot will let him.

[Johnyz]

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JUST IN: Scottie Thompson suffered a metacarpal fracture on his right hand during Gilas’ practice in Kaunas, Lithuania.

It's not good news for our Philippine Team as Thompson plays a crucial role in the roster. He contributes on both offense and defense, and is a skilled rebounder. I wonder who will replace him in the starting lineup, considering his importance. I believe Abando, who has mostly been a bench player, could have a chance to shine in this role.

Too bad for the whole team and to his local team as well.
Replacement might easy to find though since there’s a lot of good players on the list and only few will be able to line up. Injury happens unexpectedly and I hope we are more prepared to deal with this. Let’s still hope for the fast recovery and of course for a good performance of Gilas.

[goaldigger]

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JUST IN: Scottie Thompson suffered a metacarpal fracture on his right hand during Gilas’ practice in Kaunas, Lithuania.

It's not good news for our Philippine Team as Thompson plays a crucial role in the roster. He contributes on both offense and defense, and is a skilled rebounder. I wonder who will replace him in the starting lineup, considering his importance. I believe Abando, who has mostly been a bench player, could have a chance to shine in this role.

Too bad for the whole team and to his local team as well.
Replacement might easy to find though since there’s a lot of good players on the list and only few will be able to line up. Injury happens unexpectedly and I hope we are more prepared to deal with this. Let’s still hope for the fast recovery and of course for a good performance of Gilas.

Scottie will be a big loss for Gilas, too bad it happened during the practice which I believe should be a more safe training. Well, other players should stand up and fill the spot of Scottie, Abando is a great option and maybe its time now to appreciate his real talent instead of staying him on a bench. Gilas should work double time, this will not be an easy game for the team but it will be a good experience.

[blockman]

He really has to shine on his role while Scottie is not around. We shall see the pride of the KBL - Anyang KGC as well as the champ of EASL. This is long overdue but then when he hasn't reached these goals, he's always on the bench. Thanks coach Chot. 

I don't understand why Abando still chooses to help the team if he is not guaranteed to be given significant playing time. Given his current status, any team would be willing to offer him plenty of minutes, as he can certainly contribute to the team's success. However, with Coach Chot's coaching style, he seems to prefer the Ravena brothers to fill Abando's position instead of allowing Abando to play and showcase his talent. Nonetheless, let's wait and see. Hopefully, our expectations are wrong.

That's what we call love and support for the sport and for the nation. Despite the ugly experience he's got and proved himself somewhere else, there's still this humbleness that this guy has got. He's having a good time in KBL and likely to stay there but in terms of Gilas Pilipinas, he has expressed his interest to join back and posted it on social media together with RJ Abarrientos. Even if Chot is aware of all the bashing that he's getting, he doesn't want to step down. The team is better with CTB but since the national team is also being held by MVP group, that's why Chot remains.

[Questat]

He really has to shine on his role while Scottie is not around. We shall see the pride of the KBL - Anyang KGC as well as the champ of EASL. This is long overdue but then when he hasn't reached these goals, he's always on the bench. Thanks coach Chot. 

I don't understand why Abando still chooses to help the team if he is not guaranteed to be given significant playing time. Given his current status, any team would be willing to offer him plenty of minutes, as he can certainly contribute to the team's success. However, with Coach Chot's coaching style, he seems to prefer the Ravena brothers to fill Abando's position instead of allowing Abando to play and showcase his talent. Nonetheless, let's wait and see. Hopefully, our expectations are wrong.

That's what we call love and support for the sport and for the nation. Despite the ugly experience he's got and proved himself somewhere else, there's still this humbleness that this guy has got. He's having a good time in KBL and likely to stay there but in terms of Gilas Pilipinas, he has expressed his interest to join back and posted it on social media together with RJ Abarrientos. Even if Chot is aware of all the bashing that he's getting, he doesn't want to step down. The team is better with CTB but since the national team is also being held by MVP group, that's why Chot remains.

The kind of politics that exist in the PBA, and even in international competitions, is unfortunate. If Gilas were to lose again and fans witness Abando not being utilized effectively, it is likely that the coach would face even more criticism. However, we can anticipate that Coach Chot would remain relaxed and simply attribute it to a "learning experience" for our team, as it is his famous line.

[Hypnosis00]

TNT vs Beermen tonight at 7:30 PM.

There's no spread for this game yet but the moneyline odds for TNT is x20. Looks attractive but knowing their struggle, I think betting on that is just a waste of money. Maybe the spread is around 20+, so I guess I would just stay away from this game, this is very hard to predict.

[Sanitough]

TNT vs Beermen tonight at 7:30 PM.

There's no spread for this game yet but the moneyline odds for TNT is x20. Looks attractive but knowing their struggle, I think betting on that is just a waste of money. Maybe the spread is around 20+, so I guess I would just stay away from this game, this is very hard to predict.

This game is likely to result in another blowout loss, as SMB is currently leading by 18 points. If the spread was set at -20, it is highly probable that SMB would still be able to cover that spread. So far, TNT has been performing poorly in the PBA on tour exhibition games, consistently finding themselves at a disadvantage in mismatched games.

[Yamifoud]

TNT vs Beermen tonight at 7:30 PM.

There's no spread for this game yet but the moneyline odds for TNT is x20. Looks attractive but knowing their struggle, I think betting on that is just a waste of money. Maybe the spread is around 20+, so I guess I would just stay away from this game, this is very hard to predict.

This game is likely to result in another blowout loss, as SMB is currently leading by 18 points. If the spread was set at -20, it is highly probable that SMB would still be able to cover that spread. So far, TNT has been performing poorly in the PBA on tour exhibition games, consistently finding themselves at a disadvantage in mismatched games.

Well, the game is over, and it's very certain that SMB has covered the spread.

The final score is 111-74. That was a complete blowout, resembling an international game between a top-ranked team and a team at the bottom. SMB showed no mercy here.

And this is what happened in the game.

Jericho Cruz gets tossed for knee hit on Paul Varilla

[bisdak40]

TNT vs Beermen tonight at 7:30 PM.

There's no spread for this game yet but the moneyline odds for TNT is x20. Looks attractive but knowing their struggle, I think betting on that is just a waste of money. Maybe the spread is around 20+, so I guess I would just stay away from this game, this is very hard to predict.

This game is likely to result in another blowout loss, as SMB is currently leading by 18 points. If the spread was set at -20, it is highly probable that SMB would still be able to cover that spread. So far, TNT has been performing poorly in the PBA on tour exhibition games, consistently finding themselves at a disadvantage in mismatched games.

It was TNT +11.5 @1.93, i managed to take a quick look on the local bookies but doesn't have the time to bet as i was so very busy yesterday that i forgot that i wasn't able to bet on the PBA.

TNT doesn't have any plan to win at least one game in this tournament so we should be very careful if we want to bet on them.

On the first between Converge and Phoenix, the pre-game ML odds was 3.75 for Converge, so juicy but again wasn't able to bet.

[Fredomago]

TNT vs Beermen tonight at 7:30 PM.

There's no spread for this game yet but the moneyline odds for TNT is x20. Looks attractive but knowing their struggle, I think betting on that is just a waste of money. Maybe the spread is around 20+, so I guess I would just stay away from this game, this is very hard to predict.

This game is likely to result in another blowout loss, as SMB is currently leading by 18 points. If the spread was set at -20, it is highly probable that SMB would still be able to cover that spread. So far, TNT has been performing poorly in the PBA on tour exhibition games, consistently finding themselves at a disadvantage in mismatched games.

It was TNT +11.5 @1.93, i managed to take a quick look on the local bookies but doesn't have the time to bet as i was so very busy yesterday that i forgot that i wasn't able to bet on the PBA.

TNT doesn't have any plan to win at least one game in this tournament so we should be very careful if we want to bet on them.

On the first between Converge and Phoenix, the pre-game ML odds was 3.75 for Converge, so juicy but again wasn't able to bet.

San Miguel blow them out and like what you mentioned TNT seems not in the run and they don't have any plan to win on this tour games, just showing that they've got the representative to play the game and nothing else, a wise choice not to play with them as there's nothing you can hope from them.

While with Converge against Phoenix, that ML was sweet to those who manage to risk their money for the team!

[blockman]

This is quite off but still could be said related to PBA, while Kai is going to participate in the NBA summer league. There's also Myles Powell of the Bay Area Dragons who's playing in the Houston Rockets.
(https://rocketswire.usatoday.com/2023/07/03/rockets-announce-full-roster-for-nbas-2023-summer-league/)