The Pacers and Haliburton’s Heroics!!!

This year, the Pacers have taught us that games with 7 to 9 point-leads with a minute to go are no longer safe. A 3-possession ballgame, with a minute to go, can still be stolen. They have also showed us a great trapping defense that should be a basic staple for all aspiring coaches. Finally, the Pacers are showing us a pug-nosed determination and poise that should be a case study for all teams or organizations that are in difficult situations in their fields. The Pacers may be young, but they are showing us a refreshing stability under immense pressure.

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A Wild Week As Upsets Rock NBA Playoffs!!!

This year’s playoffs have been as unpredictable as it could be. Except for Denver, none of the 5 surviving teams have reached the finals in the last few years. We’ve got new sheriffs in town. With the likes of Lebron James, Steph Curry, Luka Doncic, Kevin Durant and Giannis Antetokounmpo checking out early. 

Watch Out for Caitlin Clark and the Exciting, New-Look Indiana Fever

Caitlin’s year of experience will certainly give the team far better options this year, while the new additions bring a wealth of knowledge and versatility to the team. As they develop chemistry on the court, the Indiana Fever is set to become a formidable force in the league, paving the way for an exciting era of basketball for both the franchise and the team’s growing legions of fans.

Philippine Basketball: A Historical Perspective (Part 8 – Looking Forward to Tomorrow)

On 2 July 2018, in a match that was part of the 2019 Basketball World Cup Asian qualification process, the Philippines would be involved in a huge brawl against a heftier Australian national team. The game was held at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan, with Australia leading comfortably 89-53 with a minute left in the 3rd quarter, when the free-for-all ensued. Nine Gilas players and 4 Aussies were ejected as a result of the brawl.

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