(c) PBA Media Bureau
Do not forget that we rated the players according to these four areas:
Scoring (S) - 30
Primarily, this is the ability of the player to score. Their points per game were the primary statistics that was scrutinized but we also give a huge weight on the efficiency of the player. We also factor in the fact that there are a hundred ways to score, so the more ways a player score efficiently will also increase his points in this area.
Defense (D) - 30
Defense represents 50% of the game for a player. This score will take into account the ability of the player to stop someone, man-to-man. Now, the defense is not all about man-to-man but also about the capacity of a player to work in the defensive scheme of a team. Enjoined to this area is the ability of the player to get rebounds and to help his team control the boards.
Offense (O) - 25
Scoring is the only goal of offense but the other factors that will pave the way for good scoring opportunities will reside in this area. Primarily, this is about the ability of the player to break down defenses and make plays for his teammates. Added into this is the intelligence of the player in making the right plays, reads and positions in helping out the team take a good shot.
Intangibles (I) - 15
There are four other elements of a player that basically form this criterion. They are leadership, chemistry, clutch and health. Those four are not part of the first three but actually elevates a player. LA Tenorio is not as valuable as the Tenorio that we know today without his ability to command and his 100% health status.
#25 Gabe Norwood: S(15) D(25) O(18.5) I(13.5)
#24 Chris Banchero: S(20) D(15) O(25) I(12)
#23 Joe Devance: S(20) D(22.5) O(19) I(11)
Gabe is basically elite in almost all aspects of the game, except scoring. He is one of the few players who can defend the five positions in basketball. One aspect of his game that he legitimized last season was his three-point shooting. He averaged more than one three-pointer per game.
After trading Calvin Abueva, Alaska Aces was searching for a new star player. Here comes Chris Banchero. I do not think it is an overstatement to say that Chris was the best playmaker last season. He averaged the most assists per game in the Commissioner's Cup and Governors Cup. One underrated part of his game is his capacity to force turnovers. He averaged more than 1 steal in each conference.
If you are coaching basketball, I am pretty sure you also appreciate the game of Joe Devance. It is not flashy but what he can do in his size is really special. He can defend in the perimeter, protect the rim and help pretty well. He is also an accurate passer and a very fluid baller.
#22 JP Erram: S(21.5) D(28) O(16.5) I(6.5)
#21 Kiefer Ravena: S(23.5) D(17.5) O(20) I(11.5)
#20 Ian Sangalang: S(22) D(23) O(16.5) I(11.5)
The biggest successful developmental project of Blackwater is no other than JP Erram. Last season, he etched himself as a top 10 bigman in the league. He was the most effective rim protector in the league, leading the league in blocks per game in the Philippine Cup. If coach Yeng succeeded in giving him a functional three-pointer, NLEX could be on the road to a championship.
Kiefer Ravena was having one of the most electrifying rookie seasons by a guard until his suspension. He should have been knocking to the top 15 if he played the whole season and sustained his performance. His efficiency of 44.5% in the field is the best indication that he is special.
Ian Sangalang may not be putting high numbers that can rival the bigs of Ginebra and San Miguel but he was still very effective with what he brought to Magnolia. He averaged double-digits in points and shot better than 50% in the first two conferences.
#19 Alex Cabagnot: S(25.5) D(19) O(17) I(12.5)
#18 LA Tenorio: S(22.5) D(19) O(17.5) I(15)
#17 Baser Amer: S(20.5) D(16) O(23) I(14.5)
Alex Cabagnot stayed as one of the most effective scorers last season, although his efficiency was bad. He produced more than 13 points but connected on less than 40% of his attempts. His elite playmaking and amazing crunchtime genes compensate for his inefficiency.
LA Tenorio is Mr. Intangible because of never missing a game due to an injury. Other than that, he could be the best leader in the league today. His defense is pretty underrated. He stole the ball 1.9 times per game. Remember that when you steal the ball, you totally stop the offense of the opponent. Tenorio's offense was slipping but his shooting was still very good, averaging more than 1.5 made threes in each conference.
The intrigue is pretty obvious. Why in the hell is Amer higher than two of the most respectable point guards in the league?
First, he was the best shooter out of the three last season. He shot better than 40% in two conferences and managed to connect 1.8 times per game. Second, his assist-turnover ratio was as good as the other two. Lastly, his defense was also consistent.
#16 Sean Anthony: S(25) D(24) O(16.5) I(9)
#15 Vic Manuel: S(26) D(23.5) O(14) I(11)
#14 Terrence Romeo: S(29) D(14) O(25) I(6.5)
When you play under the shadows of Stanley Pringle, attention will be hard to come by. That is the reason why Sean Anthony is not getting any love from the national media. How amazing was Anthony last season? He averaged more than 1.3 makes per game with 33% plus efficiency. He was the 11th best rebounder and #1 in steals in 2018 Philippine Cup. He will have several bad plays in a game but you can live with it.
Vic Manuel had one of the most surprising scoring runs in the history of the league. In 2018 Commissioner's Cup, he scored 20 points or more in 11 straight games. That feat is reserved for special scorers like the Muscle Man. His scoring was not the only amazing part of his game. He is also a reliable defender, capable of switching and defending bigs, inside and outside.
Terrence Romeo could be one of the most heavily-criticized players in the history of the league but the talent is pretty obvious. That was pretty evident in his production in the 2018 Governors Cup. He averaged 21.4 points, 2.6 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 42% 3FG per game. Romeo's ability to breakdown the defense is unparrarel in the league and I think that is still one of the most important abilities in basketball.
#13 Paul Lee: S(27) D(21.5) O(15) I(12.5)
#12 Chris Newsome: S(22) D(21) O(23) I(10.5)
#11 Marcio Lassiter: S(26) D(17) O(23) I(11)
Paul Lee had an amazing quiet season. I think, Lee has a very good claim to the best three-point shooter throne in the league. He averaged more than 2.4 makes for the season. He shot 44% in two conferences. Other than his shooting, he also has the cerebral ability to hit big shots. Lastly, his perimeter defense is pretty underrated.
Chris Newsome has slowly built a Lebron James-esque playing style. He averaged more than 13 points in two conferences. He also averaged more than 4 assists and 4 rebounds in each conference. His offense is the most tantalizing part of his game. He has been a regular playmaker for Meralco, so calling him a point guard is not wrong anymore.
#18 LA Tenorio: S(22.5) D(19) O(17.5) I(15)
#17 Baser Amer: S(20.5) D(16) O(23) I(14.5)
Alex Cabagnot stayed as one of the most effective scorers last season, although his efficiency was bad. He produced more than 13 points but connected on less than 40% of his attempts. His elite playmaking and amazing crunchtime genes compensate for his inefficiency.
LA Tenorio is Mr. Intangible because of never missing a game due to an injury. Other than that, he could be the best leader in the league today. His defense is pretty underrated. He stole the ball 1.9 times per game. Remember that when you steal the ball, you totally stop the offense of the opponent. Tenorio's offense was slipping but his shooting was still very good, averaging more than 1.5 made threes in each conference.
The intrigue is pretty obvious. Why in the hell is Amer higher than two of the most respectable point guards in the league?
First, he was the best shooter out of the three last season. He shot better than 40% in two conferences and managed to connect 1.8 times per game. Second, his assist-turnover ratio was as good as the other two. Lastly, his defense was also consistent.
#16 Sean Anthony: S(25) D(24) O(16.5) I(9)
#15 Vic Manuel: S(26) D(23.5) O(14) I(11)
#14 Terrence Romeo: S(29) D(14) O(25) I(6.5)
When you play under the shadows of Stanley Pringle, attention will be hard to come by. That is the reason why Sean Anthony is not getting any love from the national media. How amazing was Anthony last season? He averaged more than 1.3 makes per game with 33% plus efficiency. He was the 11th best rebounder and #1 in steals in 2018 Philippine Cup. He will have several bad plays in a game but you can live with it.
Vic Manuel had one of the most surprising scoring runs in the history of the league. In 2018 Commissioner's Cup, he scored 20 points or more in 11 straight games. That feat is reserved for special scorers like the Muscle Man. His scoring was not the only amazing part of his game. He is also a reliable defender, capable of switching and defending bigs, inside and outside.
Terrence Romeo could be one of the most heavily-criticized players in the history of the league but the talent is pretty obvious. That was pretty evident in his production in the 2018 Governors Cup. He averaged 21.4 points, 2.6 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 42% 3FG per game. Romeo's ability to breakdown the defense is unparrarel in the league and I think that is still one of the most important abilities in basketball.
#13 Paul Lee: S(27) D(21.5) O(15) I(12.5)
#12 Chris Newsome: S(22) D(21) O(23) I(10.5)
#11 Marcio Lassiter: S(26) D(17) O(23) I(11)
Paul Lee had an amazing quiet season. I think, Lee has a very good claim to the best three-point shooter throne in the league. He averaged more than 2.4 makes for the season. He shot 44% in two conferences. Other than his shooting, he also has the cerebral ability to hit big shots. Lastly, his perimeter defense is pretty underrated.
Chris Newsome has slowly built a Lebron James-esque playing style. He averaged more than 13 points in two conferences. He also averaged more than 4 assists and 4 rebounds in each conference. His offense is the most tantalizing part of his game. He has been a regular playmaker for Meralco, so calling him a point guard is not wrong anymore.
Marcio Lassiter's game is so well-rounded today that he will still be a starting-caliber player even if he is not an excellent shooter. How amazing of a shooter is Marcio? He averaged more than 2.7 makes per game in each conference! Yes, almost three long bombs per game. His playmaking was also consistent for the year, making more than 3 assists per game.
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