Tim Cone says SBP still ‘up in the air’ on Gilas coaching job

Ginebra coach Tim Cone.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines–Tim Cone on Friday night shot down speculations that he has become a lock to become the coach of Gilas Pilipinas. “I think everybody has jumped the gun on this,” Cone told reporters shortly after steering the Gin Kings past NorthPort, 106-93, to punch the third semifinal ticket in … Read more

Summit eyed anew as SBP readies for key tournaments

PBA chair Ricky Vargas.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines–The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) on Monday called for another sit-down among the sport’s stakeholders as it gears for a bevy of international tournaments, including the country’s one last chance to qualify for the Paris Olympics. “Maybe we should call for a summit where the PBA, the (University Athletic … Read more