2022–23 PBA Commissioner's Cup

[Fredomago]

Hahaha, kidding aside, we don't know what might be the future for Berto as before I heard that he wanted to move to SMB but because of his contract from his previous team he can't just sign and jump ahead to SMB,.

Before he played overseas, rumors were flying around that he might get signed by SMB. I believe Northport could be considered a farm team, and many players from there have made their way to SMB. Correct me if I'm wrong, but I can think of a few examples like Cabagnot, Romeo, and Pringle.

The rumor was a trade, that means during the time when he was still a free agent and yet that didnt' happen.

PBA Trade Rumors: How BAD was the rumored SMB trade offer to Robert Bolick?

Bolick chose to play abroad for a while and left the PBA. Now, he's back, and the timing seems just right as the PBA season is about to kick off. I'm not entirely sure about the PBA's rules on signing players with the season so close, but if it's allowed, I'm pretty certain Bolick won't have a tough time finding a team. He's kind of a special player right now because he's the only star player available. So, he's in a fortunate spot, and on top of that, he gets to be close to his wife regularly, unlike playing abroad.

If that trade happened for sure more controversial opinions will take place, but knowing how powerful the SMC group they can always turn things whenever they wanted it to happen, though in terms of Berto the only possible thing that I can say that affects the potential trade is the money that B-league offered him, something that SMC might not willing to provide. Just my own opinion.

Now, that he has been released we will wait if what's the next plan after returning home, as you mentioned, he's a special type of star which any team can't ignore if possible to acquire him, he can bring a big help offensively and leadership if needed.

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[Questat]

Did you all catch that video of June Mar Fajardo playing with his kabarangay and calling himself a 'dayo'? LOL, that video really got fans' attention and sparked some positive comments. This guy, despite being one of the best players in history, stays super humble. He still hangs out with the locals in their barangay, and it's seriously inspiring to see someone like that. I bet he's a massive source of hope and inspiration for their small town.

[Russlenat]

Did you all catch that video of June Mar Fajardo playing with his kabarangay and calling himself a 'dayo'? LOL, that video really got fans' attention and sparked some positive comments. This guy, despite being one of the best players in history, stays super humble. He still hangs out with the locals in their barangay, and it's seriously inspiring to see someone like that. I bet he's a massive source of hope and inspiration for their small town.

Both on and off the court, Fajardo keeps it real, staying humble. He's easily one of the most accomplished players right now, with a bunch of championships under his belt. The most recent one being that gold medal in the Asian Games, and Chinese fans are still not over it!

Good on him for taking some well-deserved rest because the PBA is set to return on November 5, 2023, as scheduled. Maybe next week we will be able to know the imports of respective teams. For now, the only sure thing is RHJ. The rest of the teams, well, that's still a mystery.

[Mr. Magkaisa]

Did you all catch that video of June Mar Fajardo playing with his kabarangay and calling himself a 'dayo'? LOL, that video really got fans' attention and sparked some positive comments. This guy, despite being one of the best players in history, stays super humble. He still hangs out with the locals in their barangay, and it's seriously inspiring to see someone like that. I bet he's a massive source of hope and inspiration for their small town.

Both on and off the court, Fajardo keeps it real, staying humble. He's easily one of the most accomplished players right now, with a bunch of championships under his belt. The most recent one being that gold medal in the Asian Games, and Chinese fans are still not over it!

Good on him for taking some well-deserved rest because the PBA is set to return on November 5, 2023, as scheduled. Maybe next week we will be able to know the imports of respective teams. For now, the only sure thing is RHJ. The rest of the teams, well, that's still a mystery.

      -      Mar Fajardo is a really humble person. I can't say anything to him; he's like Fingris; he's just quiet, but his offense is strong, and he also has shooting. He also contributes a lot to his team, to be honest. The last time I watched was when they defeated China in their previous match.

As soon as coach Cone became their coach, they immediately got gold, which means that our good players were really given a chance to play. Unlike the previous coach who handled them, I don't want to mention his name.

[Viscore]

As soon as coach Cone became their coach, they immediately got gold, which means that our good players were really given a chance to play. Unlike the previous coach who handled them, I don't want to mention his name.

I'm still scratching my head about why SBP didn't swap out Coach Chot for Coach Tim Cone. If it weren't for all the fans, like us, griping about his coaching, he wouldn't have been pushed into resignation. And guess what, it's because of our complaints and criticism that the Philippines made history, snagging gold after three long decades.

Just like JMF's an accomplished player, we can definitely say the same for Coach Tim Cone.

[arwin100]

As soon as coach Cone became their coach, they immediately got gold, which means that our good players were really given a chance to play. Unlike the previous coach who handled them, I don't want to mention his name.

I'm still scratching my head about why SBP didn't swap out Coach Chot for Coach Tim Cone. If it weren't for all the fans, like us, griping about his coaching, he wouldn't have been pushed into resignation. And guess what, it's because of our complaints and criticism that the Philippines made history, snagging gold after three long decades.

Just like JMF's an accomplished player, we can definitely say the same for Coach Tim Cone.

It seems that there are some anomalies happen since even if the fans call for Chot to resign before they still insist that he should manage Gilas. We see a lot of downfall for them at that time and I think they do that on purpose since Japanese B.League is actively recruiting some quality players at that time, maybe they do that on purpose so team in Japan will not scout the National players of Philippines since this can affect PBA and they would lost those stars since B.League offer more competitive salary. This is my assumptions only but I think this is a valid thoughts.

Maybe now they really feel how fans wildly react to those past losses on Fiba Worldcup and Chot itself can't handle the huge pressure regarding on the hate of Filipino people that's why he totally step down on the post. Right now we see how good the Gilas is and if they let CTC to manage Gilas on Worldcup maybe the story will be different. But this is just another what if to us.

[bisdak40]

     -      Mar Fajardo is a really humble person. I can't say anything to him; he's like Fingris; he's just quiet, but his offense is strong, and he also has shooting. He also contributes a lot to his team, to be honest. The last time I watched was when they defeated China in their previous match.

As soon as coach Cone became their coach, they immediately got gold, which means that our good players were really given a chance to play. Unlike the previous coach who handled them, I don't want to mention his name.

Junemar Fajardo has also some weaknesses just like the other players specifically on his defense, defending the pick and roll is a nightmare for Junemar but fortunately, the brilliance of coach Tim Cone offset that weakness by adjusting or pulling him out if badly needed just like what we saw in the last minutes in the China vs Gilas game, if Fajardo wasn't pulled out, we might lose that one so kudos to coach Tim for that one.

[Fredomago]

     -      Mar Fajardo is a really humble person. I can't say anything to him; he's like Fingris; he's just quiet, but his offense is strong, and he also has shooting. He also contributes a lot to his team, to be honest. The last time I watched was when they defeated China in their previous match.

As soon as coach Cone became their coach, they immediately got gold, which means that our good players were really given a chance to play. Unlike the previous coach who handled them, I don't want to mention his name.

Junemar Fajardo has also some weaknesses just like the other players specifically on his defense, defending the pick and roll is a nightmare for Junemar but fortunately, the brilliance of coach Tim Cone offset that weakness by adjusting or pulling him out if badly needed just like what we saw in the last minutes in the China vs Gilas game, if Fajardo wasn't pulled out, we might lose that one so kudos to coach Tim for that one.

That's the big difference between coach Chot and coach Tim, I used to remember the name of Gomez, Ramas and those other supporting cast of Alaska's 90s dynasty, it's not just the main 5 but all those role players who played for them and fill all the gap whenever coach Tim give them a chance to play.

That's the same scenario and system that we witness with how he rotate his players during the gilas run, you said it right if JMF continue to play during that last few minutes against China it might be getting the same result as JMF is not good in rotating with the defense, more on offensive use.

Coach Tim notice that and give that spot to a much younger big man and let JBL to takeover of their defense.

[Hypnosis00]

     -      Mar Fajardo is a really humble person. I can't say anything to him; he's like Fingris; he's just quiet, but his offense is strong, and he also has shooting. He also contributes a lot to his team, to be honest. The last time I watched was when they defeated China in their previous match.

As soon as coach Cone became their coach, they immediately got gold, which means that our good players were really given a chance to play. Unlike the previous coach who handled them, I don't want to mention his name.

Junemar Fajardo has also some weaknesses just like the other players specifically on his defense, defending the pick and roll is a nightmare for Junemar but fortunately, the brilliance of coach Tim Cone offset that weakness by adjusting or pulling him out if badly needed just like what we saw in the last minutes in the China vs Gilas game, if Fajardo wasn't pulled out, we might lose that one so kudos to coach Tim for that one.

That's the big difference between coach Chot and coach Tim, I used to remember the name of Gomez, Ramas and those other supporting cast of Alaska's 90s dynasty, it's not just the main 5 but all those role players who played for them and fill all the gap whenever coach Tim give them a chance to play.

That's the same scenario and system that we witness with how he rotate his players during the gilas run, you said it right if JMF continue to play during that last few minutes against China it might be getting the same result as JMF is not good in rotating with the defense, more on offensive use.

Coach Tim notice that and give that spot to a much younger big man and let JBL to takeover of their defense.

China tried to exploit JMF's defense, but Coach Tim Cone saw it coming and made some smart adjustments. It's seriously impressive that, despite facing tall and youthful opponents like China, Gilas made them sweat in the 4th quarter. Defense was the key, and Coach Tim's in-game adjustments were nothing short of commendable.

Now, basketball fans are thrilled, and the criticism seems to have faded away. In the future, even if Tim Cone faces coaching challenges, I don't think people will be quick to criticize. He's earned some well-deserved respect.

[Johnyz]

Did you all catch that video of June Mar Fajardo playing with his kabarangay and calling himself a 'dayo'? LOL, that video really got fans' attention and sparked some positive comments. This guy, despite being one of the best players in history, stays super humble. He still hangs out with the locals in their barangay, and it's seriously inspiring to see someone like that. I bet he's a massive source of hope and inspiration for their small town.

JMF is indeed a very humble player since then, and this is a proof that even if you are a superstar you can still live a normal life.
Hoping that our players will be humbled by their experience and be more professional when it comes to handling their emotion.
The upcoming season will be more interesting, I already saw some good addition to the team, when is the start of PBA btw?

[Russlenat]

Hey, I've got some good news to share with all of you!

From an initial report of two years, it's now possible that the wait will be reduced to just three months. Pretty great news, isn't it? Here's hoping it becomes a reality!

He said it starts with JB proving beyond doubt that the carboxy-THC found in his urine sample was due to the medications he had been taking to heal from his bone spur removal in August. It is something Barangay Ginebra governor and Gilas Pilipinas team manager Alfrancis Chua and the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas have been working on already.

 It does not mean that Brownlee will escape punishment. It means that his suspension could be reduced significantly to around three months instead of the reported two years. Brownlee's suspension, according to Henson, could even be as short as a month, depending on the "reckoning period."

https://www.onesports.ph/pba/article/16447/door-ajar-for-justin-brownlee-s-pba-return-says-quinito-henson-but-stars-need-to-align

[ultrloa]

Hey, I've got some good news to share with all of you!

From an initial report of two years, it's now possible that the wait will be reduced to just three months. Pretty great news, isn't it? Here's hoping it becomes a reality!

He said it starts with JB proving beyond doubt that the carboxy-THC found in his urine sample was due to the medications he had been taking to heal from his bone spur removal in August. It is something Barangay Ginebra governor and Gilas Pilipinas team manager Alfrancis Chua and the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas have been working on already.

 It does not mean that Brownlee will escape punishment. It means that his suspension could be reduced significantly to around three months instead of the reported two years. Brownlee's suspension, according to Henson, could even be as short as a month, depending on the "reckoning period."

https://www.onesports.ph/pba/article/16447/door-ajar-for-justin-brownlee-s-pba-return-says-quinito-henson-but-stars-need-to-align

Even though he's out on the game still its a good development for his case since 3 months is fast to come and that mean he can still play with Philippines for long time since he's penalty is not so big just like what speculated timeline.

But the verdict still has not drop since its only provably that's why lets hope for the best since Brownlee is a hero for Philippines on last Asian games so a proper justice should be serve so he can fully celebrate that win with a good news coming on his way.

Many hope for the best for him and he really deserve to comeback on PBA as soon as possible so lets follow up this case since this still hot topic on basketball scene.

[Questat]

Hey, I've got some good news to share with all of you!

From an initial report of two years, it's now possible that the wait will be reduced to just three months. Pretty great news, isn't it? Here's hoping it becomes a reality!

He said it starts with JB proving beyond doubt that the carboxy-THC found in his urine sample was due to the medications he had been taking to heal from his bone spur removal in August. It is something Barangay Ginebra governor and Gilas Pilipinas team manager Alfrancis Chua and the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas have been working on already.

 It does not mean that Brownlee will escape punishment. It means that his suspension could be reduced significantly to around three months instead of the reported two years. Brownlee's suspension, according to Henson, could even be as short as a month, depending on the "reckoning period."

https://www.onesports.ph/pba/article/16447/door-ajar-for-justin-brownlee-s-pba-return-says-quinito-henson-but-stars-need-to-align

Thanks for sharing the good news, but I have to disagree. If Brownlee can prove that the substance found is a result of his medication, there shouldn't be any sanction at all. There's no need to reduce it; it should be a straightforward yes or no decision.

But then, these are just speculations, even though they have a solid basis. What we need to do now is stay optimistic and hope that Justin Brownlee's reputation, and that of the Philippines, remains untarnished.

[Wapfika]

He said it starts with JB proving beyond doubt that the carboxy-THC found in his urine sample was due to the medications he had been taking to heal from his bone spur removal in August. It is something Barangay Ginebra governor and Gilas Pilipinas team manager Alfrancis Chua and the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas have been working on already.

 It does not mean that Brownlee will escape punishment. It means that his suspension could be reduced significantly to around three months instead of the reported two years. Brownlee's suspension, according to Henson, could even be as short as a month, depending on the "reckoning period."

https://www.onesports.ph/pba/article/16447/door-ajar-for-justin-brownlee-s-pba-return-says-quinito-henson-but-stars-need-to-align

This is indeed a great news. Brownlee is the only import player that gives 101% of his game even on Philippines tournament or international with Gilas. This news makes me respect him even more since he still play despite his recent surgery. Take note that he play extra effort with previous injury and still manage to carry the PH on asia cup.

I’m sure this news makes Chinese fan disappointed because this is their only hope to get a redemption on their Basketball team.

Honestly speaking, Does anyone find the reason shady? I mean why Brownlee will still play despite he knew that he is in the effect of illegal substance for his injury? Just a curious question since I really like the development of this case.

[Sanitough]

He said it starts with JB proving beyond doubt that the carboxy-THC found in his urine sample was due to the medications he had been taking to heal from his bone spur removal in August. It is something Barangay Ginebra governor and Gilas Pilipinas team manager Alfrancis Chua and the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas have been working on already.

 It does not mean that Brownlee will escape punishment. It means that his suspension could be reduced significantly to around three months instead of the reported two years. Brownlee's suspension, according to Henson, could even be as short as a month, depending on the "reckoning period."

https://www.onesports.ph/pba/article/16447/door-ajar-for-justin-brownlee-s-pba-return-says-quinito-henson-but-stars-need-to-align

This is indeed a great news. Brownlee is the only import player that gives 101% of his game even on Philippines tournament or international with Gilas. This news makes me respect him even more since he still play despite his recent surgery. Take note that he play extra effort with previous injury and still manage to carry the PH on asia cup.

I’m sure this news makes Chinese fan disappointed because this is their only hope to get a redemption on their Basketball team.

That's because he's not just an ordinary import; he's also a naturalized player of the Philippines. This means he's committed to play in any international competition if his name is called. He could even have played in the FIBA World Cup if he were chosen over JC, but the SBP went with an NBA player instead. Nevertheless, he did get a chance during the Asian Games, and he proved that he might just be the best import, possibly in the history of the Philippines.

Honestly speaking, Does anyone find the reason shady? I mean why Brownlee will still play despite he knew that he is in the effect of illegal substance for his injury? Just a curious question since I really like the development of this case.

Brownlee didn't confess to using marijuana. The recent news sheds light on the source of that substance, and since it was from his medication, if the authorities consider that a valid justification, the sanction will probably be reduced or perhaps no sanction will be imposed at all.

It only does look shady because we won the championship and this one came out, and we know who hosted the event.

[bisdak40]

Honestly speaking, Does anyone find the reason shady? I mean why Brownlee will still play despite he knew that he is in the effect of illegal substance for his injury? Just a curious question since I really like the development of this case.

Personally, I don't find the reason shady because that substance is not PED or performance-enhancing drug, in fact, cannabis is a cure for some of the illnesses that a person has maybe that is the reason why this was mixed on his medication for his injury.

The Ravena case was different because what was found in his urine was PED, that's why he served a 2-year ban from FIBA and the PBA.

Besides, let's just put this way as a reward for JB for leading the Gilas team in winning the Gold on the Asiad. 

[bhadz]

Hey, I've got some good news to share with all of you!

From an initial report of two years, it's now possible that the wait will be reduced to just three months. Pretty great news, isn't it? Here's hoping it becomes a reality!

He said it starts with JB proving beyond doubt that the carboxy-THC found in his urine sample was due to the medications he had been taking to heal from his bone spur removal in August. It is something Barangay Ginebra governor and Gilas Pilipinas team manager Alfrancis Chua and the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas have been working on already.

 It does not mean that Brownlee will escape punishment. It means that his suspension could be reduced significantly to around three months instead of the reported two years. Brownlee's suspension, according to Henson, could even be as short as a month, depending on the "reckoning period."

https://www.onesports.ph/pba/article/16447/door-ajar-for-justin-brownlee-s-pba-return-says-quinito-henson-but-stars-need-to-align

This is good news if it's going to be lessened into a three-month of wait. And there's a news that I have seen recently about Justin Brownlee wanting his replacement, suggesting that it should be Balkman while he's not yet around. Yes, he was the one suggesting that Ginebra should take Balkman as his replacement. And if there's proof that he took those meds for his own medication then that's a strong basis and reasoning that he didn't take it as an enhancement for his game but only for medical purposes. Maybe that reason has been accepted and that's why the penalty or punishment has been reduced.

[Viscore]

``Justin Brownlee wanting his replacement, suggesting that it should be Balkman while he's not yet around. Yes, he was the one suggesting that Ginebra should take Balkman as his replacement.

I mean, sure, they might be friends from their days as teammates, but let's get real for a sec. Is this guy serious? Renaldo Balkman, who I thought was banned from the PBA forever, isn't exactly getting any younger. He's, what, 39 years old now? How's he gonna keep up with these young imports? I get making suggestions, but picking him as a replacement? Nah, I'm not so sure about that.

[bhadz]

``Justin Brownlee wanting his replacement, suggesting that it should be Balkman while he's not yet around. Yes, he was the one suggesting that Ginebra should take Balkman as his replacement.

I mean, sure, they might be friends from their days as teammates, but let's get real for a sec. Is this guy serious? Renaldo Balkman, who I thought was banned from the PBA forever, isn't exactly getting any younger. He's, what, 39 years old now? How's he gonna keep up with these young imports? I get making suggestions, but picking him as a replacement? Nah, I'm not so sure about that.

I don't know about that but that's what I've seen in the news that he's the one that he's suggesting and requesting for the Ginebra to take since he can't play anymore due to sanctions. But the decision will still be depending on the Ginebra's management if they will grant that and I'm not just so sure about the age limit and the physique of Balkman. If they have no choice and he's likely the one that they're about to choose then all they need to do is to call him to play for them. Where can we see the list of the available imports that are available to play in the PBA? I guess that there are a lot of them but since it's Ginebra that's asking for it, that's going to take still a lot of consideration if they'll grant that request or they'll have to go through with a tough selection process because they always want the best for them and to take every season's championship.

[Fredomago]

``Justin Brownlee wanting his replacement, suggesting that it should be Balkman while he's not yet around. Yes, he was the one suggesting that Ginebra should take Balkman as his replacement.

I mean, sure, they might be friends from their days as teammates, but let's get real for a sec. Is this guy serious? Renaldo Balkman, who I thought was banned from the PBA forever, isn't exactly getting any younger. He's, what, 39 years old now? How's he gonna keep up with these young imports? I get making suggestions, but picking him as a replacement? Nah, I'm not so sure about that.

I don't know about that but that's what I've seen in the news that he's the one that he's suggesting and requesting for the Ginebra to take since he can't play anymore due to sanctions. But the decision will still be depending on the Ginebra's management if they will grant that and I'm not just so sure about the age limit and the physique of Balkman. If they have no choice and he's likely the one that they're about to choose then all they need to do is to call him to play for them. Where can we see the list of the available imports that are available to play in the PBA? I guess that there are a lot of them but since it's Ginebra that's asking for it, that's going to take still a lot of consideration if they'll grant that request or they'll have to go through with a tough selection process because they always want the best for them and to take every season's championship.

If that's true I guess JBL voice may have some weight in doing the decision, though like what you said it's more on how the management will select their import, They are always being expected to dominate or I mean one of the top caliber in terms of winning and considering their import will be a management decision.

I also seen some post from social media about possibility that they may acquire Blakely, not sure if you are all familiar with the hotshots former import who works with coach Tim before.

Though another what if, we will only know who's who once the season starts.