Trade Rumors Swirl Around Cade Flores: Top 3 Teams That Should Make a Move
Snow Badua, known for stirring up the trade rumor mill, recently dropped another intriguing piece on his podcast. According to the veteran reporter, NorthPort is allegedly preparing to struggle in their first few games to help justify a new wave of trades — a tactic fans and analysts have accused the team of using in the past. And among the names floated by Snow, Cade Flores stood out.
Flores, a young and promising big man with hustle, rebounding instincts, and defensive upside, is apparently on NorthPort’s potential trade block. While nothing is official, the mere mention of his name has fans buzzing about where he might land — and which teams should be lining up to get him.
Here are the Top 3 Teams that should seriously consider making an offer for Cade Flores:
#3: Phoenix Fuel Masters
Phoenix is a team deep in a rebuild and looking to form a young core that can compete in the coming years. While they’ve found promising perimeter pieces like Tyler Tio and Ricci Rivero, they lack a consistent and developing big man who can grow with this squad.
Cade Flores could be that guy. At 24, he’s still scratching the surface of his potential. His energy, rebounding, and ability to switch on defense make him a valuable addition to Phoenix's evolving identity — young, fast, and modern.
#2: Magnolia Hotshots
Among the SMC teams, Magnolia stands out as the most in need of a youth injection. Their core of Paul Lee, Mark Barroca, and Ian Sangalang is battle-tested but aging. The Hotshots have remained competitive, but fans know that without key young pieces, their championship window could close fast.
Enter Cade Flores — a high-motor big who could benefit from Magnolia's winning culture while offering fresh legs and defensive toughness. Flores doesn’t need the ball to make an impact, which fits perfectly beside the team’s shot-creating guards. He could help usher in a new era for Magnolia while contributing now.
#1: NLEX Road Warriors
Of all the MVP Group teams, NLEX has the biggest need for frontcourt reinforcement. Cade Flores can step in and immediately play valuable minutes. He fits the mold of a blue-collar NLEX player and could benefit from more opportunities to expand his offensive game. With NLEX looking to take a step forward, acquiring Flores might be a smart long-term move.
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