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Adamson pins hopes on Cameroonian

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:00:55 +0800

Having a legitimate center in 6-foot-7 Cameroonian center Ingrid Sewa and a good cast of veterans, Adamson coach Leo Austria believes that making to the UAAP Final Four is not much of a problem this time.

Gilas Pilipinas has nowhere to go

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:00:46 +0800

Gilas Pilipinas appears to be in desperate situation as the coaching staff is at a loss where to bring the national team for more practice and toughening up as the FIBA Asia championship nears.

Allen makes huge shot for Heat

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:59:39 +0800

MIAMI (AP) - For years, Ray Allen's routine has not changed. Show up for work hours earlier than just about everyone else, go onto the court and take hundreds of jump shots.

Beermen raise bar in ABL

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 05:32:30 +0800

The success of the San Miguel Beermen will most likely force other teams to improve their lineup in the next ASEAN Basketball League championships. But team officials are prepared for this eventuality and plan to make San Miguel stronger next season.

Letran Coach loves pressure

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 03:42:58 +0800

Coach Caloy Garcia is out to prove that he is a worthy successor to the ever popular Louie Alas when he debuts for the Letran Knights this Saturday in the opening of the NCAA at the Mall of Asia Arena.

Theyâ€™ll have to take Ateneoâ€™s crown the hard way â€“ Coach

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 00:50:52 +0800

The graduation of the towering Greg Slaughter and the versatile Nico Salva has weakened considerably the offensive clout of the Ateneo Blue Eagles for the coming UAAP men's basketball championship.

Pressure for Heat to win 2 in row

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 00:49:00 +0800

SAN ANTONIO, Texas (AFP) - Miami has struggled to win two straight games deep in the playoffs, which comes as a surprise to a team that recorded the second-longest winning streak of all-time in the regular season.

Gilas gets back at kaunas five

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 01:15:18 +0800

Gilas Pilipinas ended its six-game friendly matches in Lithuania with a vengeful 90-88 win over Kaunas LSU-Baltai Friday night at the Svyturio Arena in Klaipeda City, Lithuania.

Wade says game 5 could be best

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 01:14:16 +0800

San Antonio (AP) - At their best in the NBA Finals, the Miami Heat have forced turnover after turnover, finding a gear the San Antonio Spurs just can't reach.

Austria joining Petron

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 01:10:56 +0800

If plans push through, San Miguel Beermen mentor Leo Austria will be joining Petron Blaze as 'consultant' in the coming PBA Governors' Cup, a move that may someday land him the head coaching job of the franchise.

Taulava, Banchero eye PBA

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 06:22:13 +0800

JAKARTA - The success of the San Miguel Beermen in the ASEAN Basketball League has revived the careers of several ex-PBA players, notably former MVP Asi Taulava.

San Beda ready to defend title

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 06:22:06 +0800

While expectations are high for San Beda to extend its reign in the NCAA to four years, the pressure for new coach Boyet Fernandez likewise continues to grow as the country's oldest collegiate league opens shop on June 22 at the Mall of Asia Arena.

Gilas scores 4th win in Lithuania

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 06:22:02 +0800

Gilas Pilipinas bucked another slow start to repeat over Lithuania's 20-and-under national team, 88-84, in their friendly game Thursday night for its second back-to-back victories at the Svyturio Arena in Klaipeda City, Lithuania.

Filoil is different from UAAP â€“ Zamar

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 08:05:00 +0800

After winning the Fil-Oil Pre-Season championship the other night, University of the East coach Boycie Zamar is not looking too far ahead such as making the Final Four of the UAAP basketball tournament which opens later this month.

UE stuns NU, bags FilOil title

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:50:17 +0800

After years of staying in the cellar, University of the East is back on top.

Poll picks Miami to win NBA title

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 08:05:00 +0800

The NBA Finals series is tied at 1-1. In a poll, the question was asked: Who will win the series?

Shaken Spurs seek comfort of home

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 08:05:00 +0800

NBA Finals on TVGame 39 a.m. - Basketball TV

No Gilas Team in SEAG â€“ Salud

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 08:05:00 +0800

Because of the schedule of the PBA next season, it will be very difficult for the pro league to send the same PBA-backed Gilas Pilipinas currently training for FIBA-Asia Championship, for the Southeast Asian Games in Myanmar.

Blackwater seeks crown today

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 08:05:00 +0800

Game Today

Dillinger traded to Meralco

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 08:05:00 +0800

Veteran Talk 'N Text forward Jared Dillinger, who was involved in a car accident after the first game of the PBA Commissioner's Cup semis, was traded yesterday and landed in a runabout way to sister team Meralco.

Heat rebuttal

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 08:05:00 +0800

MIAMI - There are countless ways to dominate a game, a myriad of methods and attack points and angles, and LeBron James has mastered them all. The scheme and the scoring totals may vary, but it is the results that matter, a fact that James emphatically reminded anyone who had doubts Sunday night.

Three-team trade sends Dillinger to Meralco

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 17:12:02 +0800

Pro league commissioner Chito Salud approved Monday afternoon a five-player trade involving sister teams Talk ‘N Text and Meralco plus Barako Bull.

Beermen outlast Warriors, near title

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:39:03 +0800

Game Wednesday

Spurs are having more fun

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:38:37 +0800

MIAMI (AP) - The NBA Finals. Just being here can be memorable - and miserable.

Gilas scores win vs Lithuania club

Sat, 08 Jun 2013 06:27:00 +0800

Despite poor shooting in the early stages, Gilas Pilipinas managed to escape with an 81-76 win against the Neptunas Klaipeda basketball club at the start of its friendly games in Lithuania Thursday night at the Vakaru Laivu Gamykla BLRT Grupp gymnasium in Palanga, Lithuania.

A or D? experts are divided

Sat, 08 Jun 2013 06:26:25 +0800

There is now some second guessing among basketball experts regarding the decision of Gilas Pilipinas coach Chot Reyes regarding which group the Philippines should have chosen during Thursday's FIBA Asia championship drawing of lots.

Gilas faces Taiwan in FIBA Elims

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 08:05:00 +0800

An intriguing first round match against Taiwan awaits the Philippines in the FIBA Asia basketball championship after the draw was made yesterday where both countries, currently at odds over the non-invitation of the country in the Jones Cup, fell into the same group.

Tams test mettle of CDO cagers

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 05:21:15 +0800

Cagayan De Oro's Dan Audris Lagbas and Michael Kent Salado are already setting their sights in the UAAP after being counted as among the top 10 young basketball players of Visayas and Mindanao.

China, South Korea in FIBA Asia group of death?

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 05:18:46 +0800

By using a pure draw instead of the modified one in determining the groupings in the FIBA Asia Championship, there's a possibility that the top three placers - defending champion China, runner-up Jordan and third placer South Korea - will be grouped together when the draw is held today at the landmark Manila Hotel.

NBAâ€™s sharpest minds to match wits

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 05:18:43 +0800

MIAMI (AP) - Other than being widely known by just the first syllable of their surnames, the coaches who will match wits in these NBA Finals may seem like polar opposites.

Mixers, Painters vie for first pick

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 02:11:16 +0800

San Mig Coffee and Rain or Shine are currently the frontrunners for the Greg Slaughter sweepstake as the 7-foot amateur stalwart appears to be the best material in the PBA Rookie Draft this year.

Gilas avoids the â€˜Group of Deathâ€™

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 02:09:09 +0800

The Philippines will no longer be at the mercy of the luck of the draw in the coming FIBA-Asia basketball championships.

Pacers force Game 7

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 01:16:50 +0800

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - Roy Hibbert had 24 points and 11 rebounds, Paul George finished with 28 points, and the Indiana Pacers forced a deciding game in the Eastern Conference finals with a 91-77 victory over the Miami Heat on Saturday night.

La Salle favored again vs Ateneo

Sun, 02 Jun 2013 01:47:45 +0800

Other than the perceived firepower of its long-time rival, Ateneo has one more major concern going to its second annual "Dream Game" showdown against La Salle today at the Mall of Asia Arena.

La Salle vs Ateneo today

Sat, 01 Jun 2013 00:45:20 +0800

Games Today (The Arena, San Juan)

Heat back on top

Sat, 01 Jun 2013 00:44:50 +0800

MIAMI (AP) - The game was very much in doubt. A sold-out arena was basically silent. The chance of getting back to the NBA Finals for a third straight year could have slipped away.Cue LeBron James.

Belga adds muscle, Scoring to Gilas

Sat, 01 Jun 2013 00:43:15 +0800

Beau Belga was added to the depleted Gilas Pilipinas roster yesterday, giving the team added muscle and scoring sock as the Rain or Shine center is known for his defensive prowess and three-point bombs.

Either Europe or US for Gilas

Fri, 31 May 2013 01:47:57 +0800

An invitational tournament in Asia is what Gilas Pilipinas prefers to be part of following the withdrawal of its invitation in the Jones Cup due to the prevailing tension between the Philippines and Taiwan.

NLEX advances to D-L finals

Fri, 31 May 2013 01:47:08 +0800

Game Tuesday (Blue Eagle gym)

Blackwater, NLEX eye finals slots

Thu, 30 May 2013 02:24:39 +0800

Games Today(Blue Eagle Gym)2 p.m. - Blackwater Sports vs Boracay Rum4 p.m. - NLEX vs Big Chill