Working Ginebra’s system
Scottie Thompson sat out Barangay Ginebra’s first two games in the PBA Philippine Cup but somehow, the team managed to register wins over Rain or Shine and Phoenix, zooming to a strong start with coach Tim Cone relying on a rotation that suits a system rather than individual players......»»
Warriors hit 2 milestones in escape over Jazz
Klay Thompson delivers a scoring feat despite coming off the bench after 727 consecutive starts as Warriors coach Steve Kerr picks up win No. 500 in a heart-stopper.....»»
End of era: Yawi leaves Echo, joins Aura in Indonesia
Indonesia's Aura Esports brings in Filipino Mobile Legends star Tristan 'Yawi' Cabrera after he parted ways with Echo.....»»
53.5k signatures for people’s initiative submitted to COMELEC in Butuan
BUTUAN CITY (MindaNews / 24 January)—The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) here has received forms bearing 53,495 signatures as part of a people’s initiative to amend the 1987 Constitution. Lawyer Tristan Niog, city election officer, confirmed to MindaNews in a phone interview on Tuesday that they received a total of 5,767 forms with signatures from 86 […].....»»
Rockets crash Pistons back to earth after snapped 28-game skid
NBA rookies and twins Amen and Ausar Thompson face off for the first time as the Houston Rockets pummel the lowly Detroit Pistons.....»»
PBA Player of Week Thompson helps Ginebra return to winning ways
Barangay Ginebra is back in the thick of things for a Top 4 finish in the PBA Commissioner's Cup......»»
Cone commends Thompson for putting cuffs on TNT’s Oftana
Barangay Ginebra head coach Tim Cone is happy with the way star guard Scottie Thompson locked up “MVP-like” Calvin Oftana in their Christmas Day clash versus TNT......»»
PBA: Thompson helps Ginebra get Christmas win over TNT
MANILA, Philippines–Scottie Thompson canned a pair of clutch threes to seal Barangay Ginebra’s 86-78 win over TNT and a place in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup quarterfinals before a big Christmas Day crowd at Smart Araneta Coliseum. Thompson finished with 12 points, seven rebounds and seven assists as the Gin Kings overcame a shorthanded Tropang Giga side.....»»
Thompson delivers at crunch time as Gin Kings trounce Tropang Giga
Scottie Thompson made big shots down the stretch as he helped the Gin Kings zoom past the Rondae Hollis-Jefferson-less TNT Tropang Giga, 86-78......»»
Thompson hailed as difference maker as Gin Kings revive playoff hopes
In a must-win outing, Barangay Ginebra needed all the help it could get......»»
Rejuvenated Ginebra back on track with win vs Meralco as Thompson returns
Maverick Ahanmisi, Christian Standhardinger, and Scottie Thompson score at least 20 points each as Ginebra rediscovers its winning ways after back-to-back losses.....»»
No call means no challenge
In basketball, whether in FIBA, NBA or PBA, there has to be a call before a coach is able to make a challenge during a game. When Scottie Thompson drove in and was fouled by Mark Barroca with eight seconds left in the Ginebra-Magnolia PBA game at the Smart Araneta Coliseum last Sunday, no call was whistled. The foul was evident but coach Tim Cone couldn’t register a challenge even if he had the option. At that point, Magnolia led, 92-91......»»
Ginebra s Thompson insists he was fouled in endgame play vs Magnolia
Scottie Thompson reiterated he was fouled while attempting a crucial shot that would have given Barangay Ginebra the lead against Magnolia in the Gin Kings' close 93-91 loss in the PBA Commissioner's Cup on Sunday......»»
Thompson welcomes super aggressive Ahanmisi as Ginebra backcourt partner
Barangay Ginebra guard Scottie Thompson said that he is happy to finally share the court with Mav Ahanmisi, as they formed a potent backcourt tandem......»»
Breaking News: NBA Suspends Draymond Green for 5 games for Chokehold Incident with Rudy Gobert
NBA Suspends Draymond Green and Fines Rudy Gobert, Klay Thompson, and Jaden McDaniels Following Warriors-Timberwolves Altercation In a shocking turn of events, the NBA has.....»»
Towns lifts T Wolves past Warriors, 104-101
Karl-Anthony Towns led the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 104-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors in a game marred by early ejections. The scuffle between the two teams resulted in three players being tossed, including Draymond Green, Klay Thompson, and Jaden McDaniels. Despite the chaos, Towns scored 33 points and propelled the Wolves to their seventh consecutive win, their longest streak since 2004. Minnesota coach Chris Finch praised his team's mental toughness in overcoming the physicality of the Warriors......»»
Draymond Green ejected for choking Rudy Gobert during Timberwolves-Warriors brawl
Title: Brawl Erupts in NBA In-Season Tournament Game – Green, Thompson Ejected In a highly anticipated in-season tournament game, tensions escalated quickly as a brawl.....»»
Villanueva files reso commending Gilas Pilipinas for its victory in Asian Games
Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva on Monday filed a resolution urging the Senate to commend the Philippine men’s national basketball team Gilas Pilipinas for winning the gold medal in the recently concluded 19th Asian Games. In filing Proposed Resolution No. 822, Villanueva congratulated Gilas Pilipinas for their victory in the 5x5 basketball event of the 19th Asian Games held in Hangzhou, China from 25 September to 6 October 2023. “[T]his is the country’s fifth gold medal in the basketball tournament of the quadrennial regional games and the first since the 1962 Asian Games, ending the country’s 61-year title drought,” he said. “Gilas Pilipinas brought great pride and honor to the country, delighting millions of Filipino basketball followers around the world as they once again ruled Asian basketball after more than six decades,” he added. He continued: “Gilas Pilipinas displayed determination, discipline, resilience, and perseverance and their outstanding performance deserves the highest praise, recognition, and commendation as they showed the world the indefatigable spirit of Filipino basketball excellence.” The 12-man Gilas Pilipinas won the 19th Asian Games basketball championship, bringing the title back to the Philippines after more than 60 years since its last victory in 1962. The basketball team is composed of Japeth Aguilar, Kevin Louie Alas, Justin Brownlee, Junemar Fajardo, Angelo Kouame, Marcio Lassiter, Chris Newsome, Calvin Oftana, Christian Jaymar “CJ” Perez, Christopher Ross, Earl Scottie Thompson, and Arvin Tolentino. Gilas Pilipinas was led by head coach Earl Timothy Cone and assistant coaches Richard del Rosario, Jong Uichico, Josh Reyes, and LA Tenorio. The post Villanueva files reso commending Gilas Pilipinas for its victory in Asian Games appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Philippines take gold, China settle for bronze in Asiad men s basketball
HANGZHOU, Oct. 6 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines defeated Jordan 70-60 in the final of the men's basketball tournament, while China thrashed Chinese Taipei 101-73 in the bronze medal match at the Hangzhou Asian Games on Friday. It was the Philippines' fifth Asiad title, and their first since 1962. Justin Brownlee scored Gilas' team-high 20 points and Angelo Kouame and Scottie Thompson added 14 and 11 respectively......»»
BuCor personnel trained in information systems
Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) Director General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. unveiled another program aimed at equipping personnel with information systems to further improve their skills. This was after personnel from various offices of the BuCor completed a two-day immersive orientation and hands-on seminar on the OneBuCor Portal and Inmate Management and Information System (IMIS). The event was held on 28 and 29 September 2023 at the Social Hall and New Conference Room of the New Bilibib Prison Compound in Muntinlupa City. Catapang said the seminar aimed to equip personnel with advanced skills and knowledge in utilizing the OneBuCor Portal and IMIS Platform, which is crucial in streamlining operations across different offices of the bureau. The event was graced by information technology experts CO1 Alvin Deang and CTO1 Ernest Tristan Macabata, who both provided valuable information and learning experiences for all participants. The duo shared new insights, trends, and best practices in the IMIS implementation. Their engaging presentations emphasized the importance of data accuracy, security, and accessibility, leaving the attendees with a deeper understanding of the system’s portal. They led and assisted the participants in the hands-on sessions, providing practical guidance in navigating the IMIS interface, data entry, and troubleshooting common issues. Several attendees appreciated the seamless system which equipped the participants from different offices with knowledge and skills, which contributed to the overall success of the activity. The post BuCor personnel trained in information systems appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»