2022–23 PBA Commissioner's Cup

[Finestream]

@Distinctin, I think this is not a good news, TNT is an offensive team and even though they change their coach already, I guess Ray Parks would still become the main focal point of attack since he is an all around player which I think better than Pogoy.

With a good coaching, TNT will be able to utilize the TNT squad effectively, Castro, Parks and Pogoy are the big 3 and they can explode anytime.

I have high hopes on TNT this season but looks like with this news, I'm not believing anymore they'll be competitive as I expected.

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[Yamifoud]

I have high hopes on TNT this season but looks like with this news, I'm not believing anymore they'll be competitive as I expected.

Don't loss that hope mate if you are a real TNT fan, before Ray Parks get into the team, TNT is already a championship contender team. I doubt the problem are the players, I believe the real problem is the coaching staff, and with coach Chot Reyes back, he will change the system and bring back the way how TNT played under his coaching in the past.

[Distinctin]

@Distinctin, I think this is not a good news, TNT is an offensive team and even though they change their coach already, I guess Ray Parks would still become the main focal point of attack since he is an all around player which I think better than Pogoy.

Well,  I know it he was but it's now under the new coach, there will be a major changes for sure and I'm looking forward to that as I know it's for the good of the team.

With a good coaching, TNT will be able to utilize the TNT squad effectively, Castro, Parks and Pogoy are the big 3 and they can explode anytime.

I have high hopes on TNT this season but looks like with this news, I'm not believing anymore they'll be competitive as I expected.

Just believe and we shall see how improve the TNT this season. As long as Castro will remain healthy, I know they'll be able to give a good competition to the best teams in the league, the ball movement is different or better once Castro holds the ball and he needs to be surrounded by shooters as most of the time he can attract the defense to give an open spot for the shooters.

[mezzaluna]

Ginebra will be the new favorite to win the championship.

If there was only a PBA futures, I will surely bet on the Ginebra to win this season.
We don't have news yet regarding the status of Fajardo, and even if he will come back healthy this season, I still don't expect that he will be 100% back.

Can C. Stand defend Fajardo?

I too still am hoping for every team to have their teams healthy with the season opening because we are currently seeing some blockbuster trades and some people wanting the Beast to go to Ginebra. Fajardo will be sidelined because being a big man gives a greater chance of being injured and they do not want to rush the recovery of one of the best Center's in the league.

I believe he can guard Fajardo but he needs to do it consistently because Fajardo is someone who pushes hard to the basket and has better experience compared to C.

[Fredomago]

I have high hopes on TNT this season but looks like with this news, I'm not believing anymore they'll be competitive as I expected.

Don't loss that hope mate if you are a real TNT fan, before Ray Parks get into the team, TNT is already a championship contender team. I doubt the problem are the players, I believe the real problem is the coaching staff, and with coach Chot Reyes back, he will change the system and bring back the way how TNT played under his coaching in the past.

That's how I see as well, with the former champion coach is now back he will bring the best out from his players. He's well-respected so for sure those who are not playing that hard will be push and we will see huge improvements.


Although Parks brings extra power to the team and his absence may affect a little but

with Coach Chot surely he'll find ways to fill it up and bring someone to work and adjust with

how they needed someone who can bring the type of game  that parks provided them before.

[bisdak40]

I hope TNT can still win games and will get into the Finals.

Ray Parks announced that he will not play in the upcoming season.

TNT Tropang Giga’s Bobby Ray Parks not seeing action this season

“It is with a heavy heart that I will have to excuse myself and not partake in this year’s PBA season due to personal reasons which in particular, my family,” wrote Parks.

I think with his absence, TNT will have a better ball movement and Poguy will get more touch especially in the 3 point shooting.
How about you, what are your thoughts, is TNT better without Ray Parks or not?

That's also what I'm thinking when Parks got injured during the PBA bubble and I'm somehow correct in my speculation, Pogoy and Castro's touch of the ball increased, and though they lost the series their chemistry is back.

Manny Pangilinan, in his social media post, is very upset about this Parks leave on the PBA and it seems that he might do might something that might affect the cager's future.

This kind of attitude will not bring you a good future in the PBA, he might be boycotted by team owners.

[Russlenat]

I hope TNT can still win games and will get into the Finals.

Ray Parks announced that he will not play in the upcoming season.

TNT Tropang Giga’s Bobby Ray Parks not seeing action this season

“It is with a heavy heart that I will have to excuse myself and not partake in this year’s PBA season due to personal reasons which in particular, my family,” wrote Parks.

I think with his absence, TNT will have a better ball movement and Poguy will get more touch especially in the 3 point shooting.
How about you, what are your thoughts, is TNT better without Ray Parks or not?

That's also what I'm thinking when Parks got injured during the PBA bubble and I'm somehow correct in my speculation, Pogoy and Castro's touch of the ball increased, and though they lost the series their chemistry is back.

Manny Pangilinan, in his social media post, is very upset about this Parks leave on the PBA and it seems that he might do might something that might affect the cager's future.

This kind of attitude will not bring you a good future in the PBA, he might be boycotted by team owners.

I saw the post also and it doesn't look good for Ray Parks, and there are speculation that maybe this guy wants to get traded to any SMC teams. Hopefully he can still come back or still play in a good team but if his excuse is not substantial enough to justify his leave, then I think it would really affect his career as attitude matters in sports, and maybe if he is found out lying, he can be sanction by the league.

[blockman]

I read some rumors in the past that there are already private people who got vaccine prior to the news that vaccines will be arriving or has arrived in the Philippines, so Maybe it's possible to get vaccine anytime soon. And even if there are delays, I'm pretty sure PBA teams will get a vaccine soon and we will see a crowd although measures are still in place.

Wow, that's great news then if they're able to take the vaccine privately since they're a big organization that might be considered and would contribute back with the economy.

They were getting in the Finals even prior to this trade, they won the PBA Finals last season so no double about how good Ginebra is and they are even better now with the acquisition of C stand.

Stronger and better but bad for Greg.

[Finestream]

They were getting in the Finals even prior to this trade, they won the PBA Finals last season so no double about how good Ginebra is and they are even better now with the acquisition of C stand.

Stronger and better but bad for Greg.

We don't know yet, let's see how Greg will play this season, who knows.. it could be a blessing in disguise for him as North is not a championship contender so he will definitely get more touches on the ball and that will help him improve his stats.

[Russlenat]

Lol, it looks like the rumors are true.

Sorry, TnT. Ray Parks' number cannot be reached at this time



May Parks is too spoiled, he might have loss his interest playing in the PBA as he believe he can play with other leagues.
he cannot be contacted, that means he is not being professional, and he doesn't deserve to be in the business.

Give that spot to a more deserving player, many players are dying to play in the PBA.

[blockman]

They were getting in the Finals even prior to this trade, they won the PBA Finals last season so no double about how good Ginebra is and they are even better now with the acquisition of C stand.

Stronger and better but bad for Greg.

We don't know yet, let's see how Greg will play this season, who knows.. it could be a blessing in disguise for him as North is not a championship contender so he will definitely get more touches on the ball and that will help him improve his stats.

Hmm, yes. It could be a good trade for him and he might showcase himself on his new team. Okay, I'll wish him the best on his journey with the new team that he's been traded with.
Good luck to him and his new team.

[mirakal]

They were getting in the Finals even prior to this trade, they won the PBA Finals last season so no double about how good Ginebra is and they are even better now with the acquisition of C stand.

Stronger and better but bad for Greg.

We don't know yet, let's see how Greg will play this season, who knows.. it could be a blessing in disguise for him as North is not a championship contender so he will definitely get more touches on the ball and that will help him improve his stats.

Hmm, yes. It could be a good trade for him and he might showcase himself on his new team. Okay, I'll wish him the best on his journey with the new team that he's been traded with.
Good luck to him and his new team.

Big man is very important in a team, Greg is also useful with the Ginebra but they find a better big man that they will would fit the team in long term, so they get C. Stand and for Slaughter. North Port has nothing to lose, they are not a playoff team anyway, and we don't know if they are influence by the big team owners in the PBA.

Give that spot to a more deserving player, many players are dying to play in the PBA.

Ray Parks has a superstar talent but his attitude is gonna is the hindrance of his success in the PBA.

[blockman]

They were getting in the Finals even prior to this trade, they won the PBA Finals last season so no double about how good Ginebra is and they are even better now with the acquisition of C stand.

Stronger and better but bad for Greg.

We don't know yet, let's see how Greg will play this season, who knows.. it could be a blessing in disguise for him as North is not a championship contender so he will definitely get more touches on the ball and that will help him improve his stats.

Hmm, yes. It could be a good trade for him and he might showcase himself on his new team. Okay, I'll wish him the best on his journey with the new team that he's been traded with.
Good luck to him and his new team.

Big man is very important in a team, Greg is also useful with the Ginebra but they find a better big man that they will would fit the team in long term, so they get C. Stand and for Slaughter. North Port has nothing to lose, they are not a playoff team anyway, and we don't know if they are influence by the big team owners in the PBA.

About the influence of bigger people in the league, there's always that pick that's favorable to a bigger team and has a known boss. But we only hear those rumors.
For which, we think that there's really an influence coming from them and for roster changes and transfers and as well as game results. Again, it's all just rumors IMHO.

[mirakal]

They were getting in the Finals even prior to this trade, they won the PBA Finals last season so no double about how good Ginebra is and they are even better now with the acquisition of C stand.

Stronger and better but bad for Greg.

We don't know yet, let's see how Greg will play this season, who knows.. it could be a blessing in disguise for him as North is not a championship contender so he will definitely get more touches on the ball and that will help him improve his stats.

Hmm, yes. It could be a good trade for him and he might showcase himself on his new team. Okay, I'll wish him the best on his journey with the new team that he's been traded with.
Good luck to him and his new team.

Big man is very important in a team, Greg is also useful with the Ginebra but they find a better big man that they will would fit the team in long term, so they get C. Stand and for Slaughter. North Port has nothing to lose, they are not a playoff team anyway, and we don't know if they are influence by the big team owners in the PBA.

About the influence of bigger people in the league, there's always that pick that's favorable to a bigger team and has a known boss. But we only hear those rumors.
For which, we think that there's really an influence coming from them and for roster changes and transfers and as well as game results. Again, it's all just rumors IMHO.

Of course because they will never admit it, it will not help the reputation of the PBA but in reality it's the big teams that are controlling the PBA. Coach Yeng was right on his statement that it's high time to increase the number of teams in the PBA, let the other big players come and play so we will see more action and not just one or two teams making themselves a super team.

[bisdak40]

Lol, it looks like the rumors are true.

Sorry, TnT. Ray Parks' number cannot be reached at this time

May Parks is too spoiled, he might have loss his interest playing in the PBA as he believe he can play with other leagues.
he cannot be contacted, that means he is not being professional, and he doesn't deserve to be in the business.

Give that spot to a more deserving player, many players are dying to play in the PBA.

Yeah, you are right mate, Ray Parks who doesn't have achievements yet in the PBA is playing hard to get and it seems that he thinks he could get whatever he wanted but that's not the way things should work.

He should honor the contract he has signed with the Katropa or else faced the consequences of his action. Last time I've heard that TnT management is planning to file legal action against Parks for what he has done.

It's a good thing that they will bring this matter to the court to serve as a warning for those who are planning to do the same.

[Kelvinid]

Lol, it looks like the rumors are true.

Sorry, TnT. Ray Parks' number cannot be reached at this time

May Parks is too spoiled, he might have loss his interest playing in the PBA as he believe he can play with other leagues.
he cannot be contacted, that means he is not being professional, and he doesn't deserve to be in the business.

Give that spot to a more deserving player, many players are dying to play in the PBA.

Yeah, you are right mate, Ray Parks who doesn't have achievements yet in the PBA is playing hard to get and it seems that he thinks he could get whatever he wanted but that's not the way things should work.

He should honor the contract he has signed with the Katropa or else faced the consequences of his action. Last time I've heard that TnT management is planning to file legal action against Parks for what he has done.

It's a good thing that they will bring this matter to the court to serve as a warning for those who are planning to do the same.

I hope the TNT management will be serious with that so he will learn his lesson. Why can't he just follow Fajardo who remains humble and professional to his job even over achieving in the PBA already. Looks like Ray Parks will not last in the PBA.

[chaser15]

May Parks is too spoiled, he might have loss his interest playing in the PBA as he believe he can play with other leagues.
he cannot be contacted, that means he is not being professional, and he doesn't deserve to be in the business.

Should be given a penalty. Regardless of his reason, he is under contract. He can just say he doesn't want to play unless that's a serious matter and should have good coordination with the TNT management.

TNT management must do something to penalize that kind of player. TNT is one of the biggest companies in the league so getting a replacement for the likes of Ray Parks should not be a problem. I don't know Ray Park's reason but it's unprofessional to just make things like that without a good talk with the management.

[mirakal]

May Parks is too spoiled, he might have loss his interest playing in the PBA as he believe he can play with other leagues.
he cannot be contacted, that means he is not being professional, and he doesn't deserve to be in the business.

Should be given a penalty. Regardless of his reason, he is under contract. He can just say he doesn't want to play unless that's a serious matter and should have good coordination with the TNT management.

TNT management must do something to penalize that kind of player. TNT is one of the biggest companies in the league so getting a replacement for the likes of Ray Parks should not be a problem. I don't know Ray Park's reason but it's unprofessional to just make things like that without a good talk with the management.

His reason maybe acceptable but with his lack of communication, that's unacceptable.

I remember this news ; Christian Standhardinger misses sister's wedding while on Gilas duty

You see how some player sacrifice an important event just to do his duty to play for the Gilas, this is the kind of sacrifice we should see from PBA players as they don't have responsibility to their team only, but most of all to their fans.

[Maslate]

Those who are looking of Junemar Fajardo's news, we might not see him play in the opening but coach Leo assures he will play this upcoming season.

Here it is Austria admits rehab setback kept Fajardo from March return

reason;

JUNE Mar Fajardo’s return to active playing may be delayed, but coach Leo Austria assured the six-time PBA MVP will be suiting up for San Miguel this coming 46th season.

The infection the 6-foot-10 giant giant had in his surgically repaired tibia caused the setback in his comeback, admitted Austria.

[Vaculin]

Those who are looking of Junemar Fajardo's news, we might not see him play in the opening but coach Leo assures he will play this upcoming season.

Here it is Austria admits rehab setback kept Fajardo from March return

reason;

JUNE Mar Fajardo’s return to active playing may be delayed, but coach Leo Austria assured the six-time PBA MVP will be suiting up for San Miguel this coming 46th season.

The infection the 6-foot-10 giant giant had in his surgically repaired tibia caused the setback in his comeback, admitted Austria.

That must be a serious problem, the fact that there was still an infection that means that the injury is not yet fully healed, I thought he is good to go as he was already joining the team's practice, but anyway,  let's hope for his fast recovery as I'm pretty sure the league miss the "Abay" already.