Several members of the PBA Motoclub have expressed their discontent with the current state of the PBA, citing concerns over unfair trades and the prevalence of farm teams. Notable former PBA players, including Rico Maierhofer, Mac Cardona, Jayjay Helterbrand, Jerwin Gaco, and KG Canaleta, recently shared their thoughts on the matter through a YouTube vlog.
Their consensus was that the introduction of farm teams has disrupted the competitive balance among PBA squads. Gaco emphasized the importance of eliminating farm teams to ensure a more level playing field and enhance the overall competitiveness of the league. He also suggested that expanding the number of teams in the PBA would provide more opportunities for players to participate.
Canaleta echoed these sentiments, expressing concern about the disadvantage faced by independent teams without sister farm teams. He believed that the presence of farm teams has created an unfair advantage for certain companies, undermining the integrity of the competition.
Helterbrand reflected on the PBA's past, when less popular teams like Air21 could still make it to the finals, highlighting the decline in excitement and unpredictability in today's PBA. He lamented the current predictability of the teams that reach the finals and stressed the need for more competitive parity.
Cardona criticized the influence that farm teams can wield, suggesting that they could potentially manipulate outcomes in their favor. He was in favor of balancing the strength of all teams to promote fairness and genuine competition.
Maierhofer added his voice to the discussion, advocating for equalizing the capabilities of all teams to ensure a more competitive and exciting league.
Helterbrand issued a warning that the declining competitiveness and fairness of the league could lead not only to fans losing interest but also to players seeking opportunities abroad. He highlighted the potential departure of players to leagues in countries like Japan and Korea if the issues are not addressed by the PBA's higher authorities.
In response to these concerns, PBA commissioner Willie Marcial announced that the league is considering expansion, potentially accommodating up to 14 to 16 teams, provided that television scheduling allows for a more balanced airing of games. This move is seen as an effort to address the perceived issues of imbalance and declining competitiveness in the league.
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