PBA Trade Rumors: Magnolia, SMB or Ginebra? Best Destination for 2023 #1 draft pick!

 

Stephen Holt, the #1 pick of the 2023 PBA draft, is currently a player for Terrafirma Dyip. Despite his underwhelming average of 10.9 points, 33% FG, 26% 3FG, 6.1 rebounds, and 5.0 assists per game, he is considered a premium offering of Terrafirma. With Terrafirma’s last trade almost a year ago and Northport just making their move, it’s interesting to speculate on the likelihood of Holt being traded to one of the three San Miguel Corporation (SMC) teams. Here’s a ranking of the three SMC teams based on the likelihood of acquiring Holt:

3. Barangay Ginebra San Miguel

Barangay Ginebra San Miguel recently signed Maverick Ahanmisi456, which could potentially derail them from acquiring another ball-handler like Holt. Ahanmisi, who has been performing well with an average of 13.71 points, 7.71 rebounds, and 3.71 assists per game, might make Ginebra less likely to trade for Holt.

2. Magnolia Hotshots

The Magnolia Hotshots have a loaded guard rotation, but it is already old. This could make them a potential team for Holt. However, the age of their guard rotation might not be a strong enough reason for them to trade for Holt, especially considering his current performance.

1. San Miguel Beermen

San Miguel Beermen seems to be the most likely team to acquire Holt. CJ Perez is the only guard that is secured for their future. Perez, a two-time PBA scoring champion and PBA Rookie of the Year, has been performing well with an average of 16.0 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 4.0 assists per game. However, the team might benefit from another guard like Holt to secure their future.

In conclusion, while it’s interesting to speculate, the actual likelihood of Holt being traded to any of these teams will depend on various factors, including the teams’ strategies, Holt’s performance, and the decisions of the team management. Only time will tell where Holt’s career in the PBA will take him next.

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