A new trade rumor involving Barangay Ginebra guard Maverick Ahanmisi is making the rounds in the PBA, and this one has all the elements of a classic backchannel story — family ties, casual conversations, and a billionaire team owner who might just be taking it seriously.
In a recent episode of his podcast, veteran insider Snow Badua revealed that Ahanmisi could be on his way to one of the MVP group’s teams — namely TNT Tropang Giga, Meralco Bolts, or NLEX Road Warriors.
The unexpected twist? It all started with a conversation between Ahanmisi’s relative — who happens to be the personal driver of Manny V. Pangilinan — and the businessman himself.
According to Badua, Pangilinan’s driver casually brought up the idea of trading for Ahanmisi, likely due to their familial connection. What might have been a lighthearted comment quickly gained traction when “Boss MVP” reportedly took the suggestion seriously and may have floated the idea to the top brass of his basketball teams.
Why It’s Gaining Ground
Maverick Ahanmisi has been solid for Ginebra since joining the team. His ability to defend, shoot from outside, and play both guard spots has made him a valuable rotation piece under coach Tim Cone. But therein lies the issue: he's a role player in a team filled with stars, often taking a backseat to the likes of Scottie Thompson, LA Tenorio, Stanley Pringle, and even import Justin Brownlee when he's around.
If Ahanmisi is looking for more touches, more responsibility, and possibly a starting role, then a move to a team like NLEX or even Meralco — where backcourt depth isn’t as stacked — could benefit his personal career trajectory.
Is It Just Smoke — or Fire?
Trade rumors always swirl in the PBA, and not all of them materialize. But this one is particularly interesting because it involves the owner of the MVP Group himself possibly endorsing the idea. Pangilinan is known to take a hands-on approach to his sports investments, and if the driver’s idea truly caught his attention, it could move from friendly suggestion to boardroom discussion in no time.
For now, Ginebra fans can breathe easy. Ahanmisi is still wearing red and white and contributing steadily to their campaign. But the possibility of a trade, especially one rooted in unique personal connections, adds another wrinkle to the league’s ever-dynamic rumor mill.
Final Thoughts
Maverick Ahanmisi is playing well at Ginebra, but in a system where touches are limited and rotations are tight, a move to an MVP team could open more opportunities. With MVP himself possibly warming up to the idea, this is a rumor worth watching.
In the PBA, sometimes all it takes is one conversation in a car — and the entire league landscape could shift.
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