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PBA Board to decide on 'special draft' after deadline of application

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jan 07 07:10 PM

The PBA is just waiting for the final list of draft applicants before deciding whether or not to hold a "special" draft for the Gilas Pilipinas program. Read more »

PBA: Marcial begins talks with players in SBP's 'wishlist'

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jan 07 05:52 PM

PBA Commissioner Willie Marcial on Thursday confirmed that he has begun discussions with players who are included in the SBP's "wishlist."   Read more »

PBA: Difficult to hold Draft Combine, admits Marcial

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jan 06 06:00 PM

PBA commissioner Willie Marcial admits it will be difficult for the league to hold its traditional Draft Combine this year because of COVID-19 restrictions.   Read more »

PBA teams willing to shoulder vaccination of players, says commissioner

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jan 05 05:22 PM

PBA teams are prepared to handle the vaccination of their players, Commissioner Willie Marcial said.   Read more »

Ginebra boss wants next PBA season to be in Metro Manila

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jan 05 03:33 PM

If the PBA will hold its upcoming season in another bubble, at least one member of the Board of Governors prefer it to be located in Metro Manila.   Read more »

PBA lifts trade moratorium

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jan 04 02:40 PM

The PBA on Monday officially lifted its trade moratorium, giving teams the go-signal to make transactions. Read more »

PBA waiting on SBP list for FIBA window, as SMC group vows continued support

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jan 04 02:37 PM

PBA commissioner Willie Marcial is still waiting on the SBP for the list of players who will be called up to the national team in the upcoming window of the FIBA Asia Cup 2021 qualifiers. Read more »

PBA expansion will happen through 3x3, says Marcial

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jan 03 07:07 PM

Two companies have expressed their interest in entering the PBA last year, but for Commissioner Willie Marcial, the expansion of the league will most likely happen through its 3x3 division. Read more »

PBA eyeing at least two conferences for 46th season

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Jan 03 09:04 PM

After salvaging their 45th season by holding the Philippine Cup in a biosecure bubble in Clark, Pampanga, the PBA is now hoping to hold at least two conferences this year. Read more »

PBA willing to help teams in vaccinating players

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Dec 30 04:06 PM

The PBA will be ready to help its teams in acquiring COVID-19 vaccines for its players once they are available, commissioner Willie Marcial assured. Read more »

PBA to make decisions on next season by February

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Dec 30 02:03 PM

The PBA will continue to monitor the situation in the country before making a decision on how they will proceed with their next season. Read more »

PBA ready to share 'bubble' expertise to other leagues

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Dec 29 05:09 PM

The PBA will continue to lend a helping hand to other sports leagues that are looking to hold their competitions in a "bubble" setting. Read more »

Marcial all praises for Abueva: 'Ang laki ng improvement'

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Dec 27 04:25 PM

Calvin Abueva's performance in the PBA bubble in Clark, Pampanga impressed not just his teammates, coaches, and fans, but also the man who lifted his lengthy ban from the league. Read more »

PBA commissioner shoots down rumors of Rain or Shine's exit from league

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Dec 24 04:07 PM

PBA commissioner Willie Marcial received a personal reassurance from the owner of Rain or Shine that the team is not leaving the league anytime soon. Read more »

PBA bubble receives high approval rating from IATF

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Dec 23 06:49 PM

The PBA Bubble for the recent Philippine Cup has received high marks from the Inter-Agency Task Force on COVID-19.   Read more »

PBA still unsure of import conferences for next season

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Dec 23 05:44 PM

There is no certainty that the PBA can hold import conferences in its 46th season, given the complex situation regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more »

Bubble or closed circuit? PBA discussing all options for Season 46

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Dec 22 03:39 PM

After successfully completing its 2020 PBA Philippine Cup in a biosecure "bubble" in Clark, Pampanga earlier this month, the PBA is now studying its options for its 46th season. Read more »

PBA planning virtual awards night, draft

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Dec 22 03:34 PM

The next two activities of the PBA will be held on digital platforms, commissioner Willie Marcial has confirmed, as both its awards night and rookie draft will take place virtually.  Read more »

FIBA: Gilas pool for February qualifiers expected next week

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Dec 20 11:43 AM

SBP President Al Panlilio and Tab Baldwin are currently coordinating on the list of players that will be called up for the February 2021 window of the FIBA Asia Cup 2021 qualifiers. Read more »

PBA: Completion of bubble season is early Christmas gift for commissioner Marcial

Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Dec 10 07:19 PM

It was as if Christmas came early for PBA commissioner Willie Marcial. Read more »