2022–23 PBA Commissioner's Cup

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With the way they played, they are a good contented in the All Filipino cup and some of are were wrong that without Fajardo they are nothing.

Indeed, some people are wrong for thinking that SMB will now automatically go to "Bora" this conference. Yeah! Abay is a big loss for them but remember guys there are still many ace players there so I don't underestimate them. But I do believe that SMB is not on its optimum level and it's very obvious. Thus their chance of winning will slightly decrease and other teams might take advantage of it.

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[Finestream]

With the way they played, they are a good contented in the All Filipino cup and some of are were wrong that without Fajardo they are nothing.

Indeed, some people are wrong for thinking that SMB will now automatically go to "Bora" this conference. Yeah! Abay is a big loss for them but remember guys there are still many ace players there so I don't underestimate them. But I do believe that SMB is not on its optimum level and it's very obvious. Thus their chance of winning will slightly decrease and other teams might take advantage of it.

I think the management are giving TR47 a chance to lead the team this season, he is the most consistent scorer in the squad so its his best chance to prove that he is still a star player although has been traded many times.

Who likes to see TR47 vs Pringle to compete as the best player in the conference?

[mirakal]

Who likes to see TR47 vs Pringle to compete as the best player in the conference?

I like to see them both carry their team but I am not expecting that they will face in the Finals.
There's a big chance for Gin Kings to advance to the Finals but I have no trust on SMB to still this good without Fajardo, IMO they'll struggle in the long run.

[NavI_027]

Who likes to see TR47 vs Pringle to compete as the best player in the conference?

Me me! That would be so intense for sure . I can not see that if these two teams make it to the Finals once again, we can see a battle of cross overs, and stop & pump threes for sure. But if I will choose between the two on who is better (no bias), I will go to Pringle because he seems more athletic for me. Your thoughts ?

[Botnake]

Who likes to see TR47 vs Pringle to compete as the best player in the conference?

Me me! That would be so intense for sure . I can not see that if these two teams make it to the Finals once again, we can see a battle of cross overs, and stop & pump threes for sure. But if I will choose between the two on who is better (no bias), I will go to Pringle because he seems more athletic for me. Your thoughts ?

Pringle is better when it comes to the playoffs as for sure Terrence will be pressured and he can't handle the ball like he usually do.
If the defense is focus on him, he can't generate his usual points so he will not be effective as a player, and he will lose the battle against Pringle.
Romeo is more accurate with his shooting compared to Pringle, but with defense, Romeo's accurate will go down, I've seen that in the past when these two players are still playing at the same team, IIRC, it was the Alaska who stopped Romeo and they beat the North Port.

[asu]

Does anyone have been seen this article > https://www.pba.ph/news/pba-stars-band-together-to-inspire ?

Been out of track now on what's happening in PBA and I tried to find the video on it, unfortunately, I can't find anything. Anyone watch the video? I'd love to see it. Thank you

[joshy23]

Who likes to see TR47 vs Pringle to compete as the best player in the conference?

Me me! That would be so intense for sure . I can not see that if these two teams make it to the Finals once again, we can see a battle of cross overs, and stop & pump threes for sure. But if I will choose between the two on who is better (no bias), I will go to Pringle because he seems more athletic for me. Your thoughts ?

Pringle is better when it comes to the playoffs as for sure Terrence will be pressured and he can't handle the ball like he usually do.
If the defense is focus on him, he can't generate his usual points so he will not be effective as a player, and he will lose the battle against Pringle.
Romeo is more accurate with his shooting compared to Pringle, but with defense, Romeo's accurate will go down, I've seen that in the past when these two players are still playing at the same team, IIRC, it was the Alaska who stopped Romeo and they beat the North Port.

That was very controversial I remember the fight between ex-governor Narvasa against Dondon Hontiveros seems that the game really
have a high amount of money behind.
TR7 vs Pringle a nice finals if being drawn by the people behind this league..

[bisdak40]

Who likes to see TR47 vs Pringle to compete as the best player in the conference?

For sure these two would be candidates for the BPC as both of them are high scorer if given more playing time but my choice for the All-Filipino BPC is Cstand. He would bulldoze his way to that award on this import less conference.


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[Sanitough]

This is an interesting one,

https://www.spin.ph/basketball/pba/smb-coach-leo-austria-good-or-lucky-championships-a2437-20200325-lfrm2?ref=feed_1_section

Is Leo Austria a great coach or is he simply lucky?

What do you think my fellow PBA fanatics, is he only lucky or he really has the skills to make the SMB successful?

Do you think, if he will be replace by another coach, SMB would still have the same success?

[bisdak40]

This is an interesting one,

https://www.spin.ph/basketball/pba/smb-coach-leo-austria-good-or-lucky-championships-a2437-20200325-lfrm2?ref=feed_1_section

Is Leo Austria a great coach or is he simply lucky?

What do you think my fellow PBA fanatics, is he only lucky or he really has the skills to make the SMB successful?

Do you think, if he will be replace by another coach, SMB would still have the same success?

This is an interesting topic and we may have different opinions here. Here is mine,

Before JuneMar came to SMB, they are already a strong team on paper but it's does not translate on the court. Until JMF15 was drafted but still the drama continued. Changing coach almost every season as most of them failed to blend chemistry to the team.

Then came coach Austria whose philosophy is very different from the others. His play is very simple, pass the ball to Fajardo downlow and look for the open spot and the rest is history. For me he is brilliant as he saw that missing piece of the puzzle which for me is not very hard to find as that piece is very huge, JMF15.

[Russlenat]

Maybe Aurtria is good and lucky at the same time, but he is so lucky to have Fajardo as he has the most dominant man in the NBA, winning 6th straight MVP. If Austria is really good, this is his chance to prove that to the people and that is by winning the all filipino conference without Fajardo.

In the past when SMB make a history come back against the Alaska, they'll start winning only when Fajardo came back.

So using a simple math, No Fajardo means no big success for SMB.

[bisdak40]

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So using a simple math, No Fajardo means no big success for SMB.

Absolutely true AFAIC  .

All the other coaches preceding Austria failed to realized the importance of Fajardo. They think that he is just another giant whose role in the PBA is to rebound, block shots and give picks to the likes of Cabagnot and JayWash. They may say that during those times JMF15 is raw but as a coach you should be able to spot a gem in a pack of raw talent.

I could say that without Fajardo for now, SMB will not have the same success. I may be wrong but my instinct just tell me that is the scenario of the team in the future.

[matchi2011]

Maybe Aurtria is good and lucky at the same time, but he is so lucky to have Fajardo as he has the most dominant man in the NBA, winning 6th straight MVP. If Austria is really good, this is his chance to prove that to the people and that is by winning the all filipino conference without Fajardo.

In the past when SMB make a history come back against the Alaska, they'll start winning only when Fajardo came back.

So using a simple math, No Fajardo means no big success for SMB.

He's lucky again as his team can rest for now due to corona, Fajardo have more time to rest. There's no rush  as we don't know how long this lockdown
will continue being implemented.
SMB franchise with coach Leo is in good hands.

[goinmerry]

This is an interesting one,

https://www.spin.ph/basketball/pba/smb-coach-leo-austria-good-or-lucky-championships-a2437-20200325-lfrm2?ref=feed_1_section

Is Leo Austria a great coach or is he simply lucky?

What do you think my fellow PBA fanatics, is he only lucky or he really has the skills to make the SMB successful?

He is a good coach but I can't tag him as great for now. Sorry about that. Maybe if he will transfer to another team or take the SMB into the championship without JuneMar. No need to win but just execute a strategy that seems effective.

He is not known for having a unique and signature strategy that is effective in the long-run like the strategy made by Tim Cone (iso off/def), Yeng Guiao (fast phase), Norman Black (1 center/4 perimeter off/def play), Chot Reyes (he handles the PH teams for several years). Austria's strategy is seemingly basic but because he has the most and best players in the league it was easily executed. And JuneMar doesn't seem to have a good and close rival up to this day contributing to the success of SMB franchise. I mean, don't get me wrong here. Just my opinion.

But on the other side, SMB players are already comfortable with Austria. They respect Austria. Their bond is strong that's why we can see that SMB does have a good relationship with each other. If players are not comfortable with their coach, no matter how simple the strategy is, it will be useless.

[Vaculin]

Maybe Aurtria is good and lucky at the same time, but he is so lucky to have Fajardo as he has the most dominant man in the NBA, winning 6th straight MVP. If Austria is really good, this is his chance to prove that to the people and that is by winning the all filipino conference without Fajardo.

In the past when SMB make a history come back against the Alaska, they'll start winning only when Fajardo came back.

So using a simple math, No Fajardo means no big success for SMB.

He's lucky again as his team can rest for now due to corona, Fajardo have more time to rest. There's no rush  as we don't know how long this lockdown
will continue being implemented.
SMB franchise with coach Leo is in good hands.

SMB can hire good players as they are a big company, most of the teams that wins championships are own by big company, so it's expected.
For coach Leo, he is lucky for sure and I see him as a very serious guy and he always thank God for his success.  ( i can hear in his speech every time they won).

With Fajardo and him as a coach, they create a good recipe for success and I guess coach Leo will retire when Fajardo retires too.
S they both have good record in their PBA career.

[chaser15]

SMB can hire good players as they are a big company, most of the teams that wins championships are own by big company, so it's expected.

Let's rephrase this into most of the teams that wins championships are owned by San Miguel Company lol.

That's why, as always, from the start, I root for the likes of TNT, Alaska or Rain or Shine to pulverize all SMC teams. But SMB teams are really strong. No questions about that. Players? Coach? The problem is lack of supporting roles at these non-SMC teams compare to SMC teams wherein you can bet that from starting lineup to bench, they have at least 1-2 good role players.

MVP and management should start doing the SMB strategy to attract players. $$$. They are the 2nd most big company that owned a team in PBA.

[Finestream]

MVP and management should start doing the SMB strategy to attract players. $$$. They are the 2nd most big company that owned a team in PBA.

2nd most but they are still a billion peso company, they are big, they can afford to pay players and I think they should give attractive salary to their players. The TNT now are more compose of young players than veteran players, that's why they struggle in the playoffs or elimination.

When it comes to salary, I guess SMB does not give much to their players, players are only attracted because they will be getting big bonuses when they win the championship, and that's big bonuses, so its kinda performance bonus.

[GreatArkansas]

MVP and management should start doing the SMB strategy to attract players. $$$. They are the 2nd most big company that owned a team in PBA.

(...)
When it comes to salary, I guess SMB does not give much to their players, players are only attracted because they will be getting big bonuses when they win the championship, and that's big bonuses, so its kinda performance bonus.

I think most of the team also has this kind of bonus/performance bonus? Like winning some tournament or championship. But you are kinda right, SMB could have a bigger bonus compare to other teams.
San Miguel Beermen is an extremely huge team, not only the team but also a corporation in the Philippines. I think their funds or salary for their every player is not so big for them besides they will get a huge advertisement from them.

[matchi2011]

Maybe Aurtria is good and lucky at the same time, but he is so lucky to have Fajardo as he has the most dominant man in the NBA, winning 6th straight MVP. If Austria is really good, this is his chance to prove that to the people and that is by winning the all filipino conference without Fajardo.

In the past when SMB make a history come back against the Alaska, they'll start winning only when Fajardo came back.

So using a simple math, No Fajardo means no big success for SMB.

He's lucky again as his team can rest for now due to corona, Fajardo have more time to rest. There's no rush  as we don't know how long this lockdown
will continue being implemented.
SMB franchise with coach Leo is in good hands.

SMB can hire good players as they are a big company, most of the teams that wins championships are own by big company, so it's expected.
For coach Leo, he is lucky for sure and I see him as a very serious guy and he always thank God for his success.  ( i can hear in his speech every time they won).

With Fajardo and him as a coach, they create a good recipe for success and I guess coach Leo will retire when Fajardo retires too.
S they both have good record in their PBA career.

Chances for that to happen is high, respect for those two people behind the continues success of SMB as a team. They've both created good legacies so in time that they've needed to to part ways they will be remembered together.

SMB can hire  more good players and coaches but the combinations of Fajardo and Coach Leo will be there for the team.

[freedomgo]

SMB can hire  more good players and coaches but the combinations of Fajardo and Coach Leo will be there for the team.

They are the MVPs of their team,  ... SMB might not be as successful as they are now without their coach, so it's just right to give credit to the coach as well since Austria is an experienced coach and he really know what he is doing.