Finally, after a long time of waiting, I've seen Chris Pacana once more on the playing court. Too bad that Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK) need to lead for about 40 points before he was sent on the hard court. Chico Lanete and Cyrus Baguio had been given all the playing minutes, while Paul Artadi had been given too li'l, and Pacana had not been given at all. *sigh*
Anyways, I'm still glad to see Pacana playing once more. I hope, in the semis, he would be sent on the hard court for his intelligent defensive stop. And not just because the game is already a sure win. *hopeful*
Well, he showed how efficient he can be. For 6 minutes of playing time, he contributed as much as 4 rebounds and 3 assists (one of which is a no look pass to Homer Se - the new crowd favorite). It was only few who could do such great assists.
Hoping to see more of you Chris in the Semis!
Good To See You
The Missing King
In the last five (5) games of the Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK), they won four (4) of it. Last night, it was a sorry loss for them against Alaska Aces (76-75).
It was a 23-point deficit, I think back in the third period. But BGK come from behind with Chico Lanete signalling their come back with his 3 pointer. It was followed by the back to back 3 pointers of Cyrus Baguio and JayJay Helterbrand. In addition to that, Baguio had his shot and one.
They lead the game 75-74 in the last 14 seconds of the pay off period. But their defense was so open that Willie Miller had executed an easy two (2) points with just less than 10 seconds. 4 seconds left, Lanete's inbound to David Noel was a little bit long that it almost slipped Noel's grasps. Sadly, Noel ain't made the basket, and was even called for an offensive foul against Alaska's import, Rosell Ellis.
So, who's to blame for not winning last game? Is it the referee? I don't think so. Even though I cheer for BGK, I admit that Ellis already established his position. The offensive foul called is valid. I think the flaw for not winning the game last night was the untight defense against Miller in the last 14 seconds of the game. The basket was too easy for the 2-time Most Valuable Player (MVP).
Well, it just makes me miss Chris Pacana more. I wonder if the game's fate would turn around if Pacana is on the floor. He is well known for his intelligent defense. I believe that he won't let Miller take that shot so easy. But, the game is already finished. No turning back now. Just moving forward. I just hope that "The Missing King" be seen in action in their game tomorrow.
It is offense that made the points, but it is still defense that wins the game.
More Minutes for Pacana
Last night was the battle between two teams of same winning streaks. Only one could continue that streak, while the other would be stopped. Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK) continued their luck, while Purefoods (PF) TJ Giants have to do something to gain back the momentum.
Though BGK won, I still can't rejoice. Why? Simply because Chris Pacana is not part of that victory. He haven't been given playing minutes for several games now. Makes me feel lax in cheering for his team. Well, yes, I cheered for Chico Lanete who had been consuming the minutes Pacana should be playing. But I would rather have Lanete back at PF. It's his home, I believe.
So here, Pacana could only be seen shooting on practice, but not on the hard court. *sigh*
