Well we do have split opinions about this since I will agree to send the current line up on the  world cup since this cadets are pretty good their program is advance so I believe that they can compete against the world, We have good height and talents on this current line up so I think they are pretty ready to play against much stronger teams in the world. Although its good to have veterans to guide him but I think if they will add Clarkson on their line  up then they will became more competitive.

They can't wait for Kiefer, so they are looking for other prospects and I think this time they were successful.

By the way guys, have you seen the Gilas vs China tune-up game?

I was a bit busy and I was not able to watch it, I also can't find highlights of that game. Did the Gilas win or China just dominate them?

Ohh thanks, wow! I'm surprised the Philippines were able to compete with China well, this young lineup is really legit, China is a superior team and yet they were able to tie the score in this tune-up game. I would say, we have a good future ahead. Kail Sotto leads the Gilas with 13 points, this guy is not overrated.

It's a different thought but these scouts are focusing on the Philippine athletes that shall take on part of their teams. That's actually good news and for sure those players that are looking for better opportunities, if they've been scouted, they'll also take on their pride and will definitely sign the contract as long as there's no problem with that player and doesn't have an existing contract with a Philippine team in PBA or any other league in our country. Showcasing the talents of Filipino athletes will go abroad and it's not just all about pride but it means that our players are marketable in other abroad leagues.

We might not see these PBA players going to other countries to play because of their commitment in their respective teams but we already saw 2 future PBA players playing outside PH just to have experience.
I can't blame Japan though if they will get players from our country because they are offering higher salary and a better basketball experience (at least for me) than here.

Like I said, Japan getting Thirdy will have a domino effect and more and more players whether they aren't PBA players or not will try their luck and play into another country.

Kinda surprising because China players are tall but their NBA Player Zhou Qi didn't play in that game but overall, its a tune-up game only and it ended up as a draw.
In terms of performance though, yes it looks surprising but this just shows that the future of these young players are bright. I just hope that they will have a successful careers in basketball.

Height-wise, I think the Gilas cadets now are at par with the current Chinese roster and I'm too is surprised with their recent performance against China. Though it's only a tune-up game still it boosts the morale and confidence of these young cagers.

There are players from both sides that didn't suit for that game because it's only an exhibition match, the only thing that the cadets gained from that is the experience that they have played against a powerhouse of Asia because they might not meet them in the qualifiers.

Even the coach himself exceeded his expectation on the current Gilas line up.

https://www.spin.ph/basketball/fiba/tab-baldwin-pleasantly-delighted-with-gilas-showing-in-clark-a2437-20210623?ref=home_hybrid_2


It's really great to see this kind of news as this only means one thing, the current Gilas roster is working hard and they are fighting to win against any team. They are like the Atlanta Hawks of the NBA where people does not believe could upset a great teams but they did.

There's an article on the FB page of somebody that posted all about PBA and he said that in a few days, IATF will tackle the plea of the PBA commissioner's office about the possible opening next month. I just forget where that page is but I think there is some truth to it as NCR is now declared a low risk area so restrictions will also ease up.

Don't be bored mate, there's still the ongoing NBA playoffs happening. 

That's nice to know, I thought they are not anymore thinking of starting a new season.

It's been a while so it's just normal to miss the PBA as I would love betting on the games.

Of course, there's a playoff but it's different because you playoffs can be seen in the morning while PBA can be seen in the afternoon, more games to bet means more fun on my part.