The TNT Tropang Giga have officially made their move, and it’s a veteran guard who’s finding himself on the outside looking in. To make room for the rising talent of Avan Nava, TNT has relegated Simon Enciso to the Unrestricted Free Agent (UFA) list.
In the landscape of the 2026 PBA Commissioner’s Cup, this is a massive opportunity for teams looking for veteran poise. Being on the UFA list means Enciso is essentially a "plug-and-play" asset—any team with a roster spot and the cap space can make an offer right now.
While his minutes fluctuated at TNT, Enciso remains one of the league’s most reliable "3-and-D" threats with significant championship experience. Here are the top three teams that should be burning up his agent's phone.
#3. Magnolia Hotshots
The Need: A Stabilizing Hand
Magnolia’s 0-3 start (and the subsequent firing of Nuni Omot) has revealed a glaring issue: when the game slows down, the offense gets stagnant. Mark Barroca and Paul Lee are legends, but they are high-usage guards who often look to score first.
Why Enciso fits: He doesn't need the ball to be effective. He is a career-long threat from the perimeter who can space the floor for Magnolia's bigs.
The Facilitator Role: Enciso has evolved into a smart secondary playmaker. He can take the pressure off Barroca and ensure the ball keeps moving in Coach LA Tenorio's system.
#2. Titan Ultra
The Need: A Partner for Joshua Munzon
Titan is a team that wants to compete now, but they are currently missing a "true" floor general to maximize their star talent. Joshua Munzon is one of the most explosive scorers in the league, but he shouldn't be tasked with bringing the ball up and initiating every set.
The "Munzon Partner": Enciso is the perfect "Robin" to Munzon's "Batman." By placing a veteran like Simon at the point, Munzon can focus on hunting for his shot and coming off screens rather than battling full-court pressure.
Veteran Leadership: Titan is a project looking for an identity; Enciso brings 10 years of professional savvy to a locker room that desperately needs it.
#1. Blackwater Bossing
The Need: Scoring and Spacing
It’s the statistical elephant in the room: Blackwater is currently the worst-scoring team in the league. While Sedrick Barefield is a Top 5 talent and Robert Upshaw is a beast inside, the "supporting cast" scoring has been inconsistent at best.
The Floor Spacer: Opponents are currently collapsing on Upshaw because they don't fear the outside shot from the other Bossing guards. Adding "The Sniper" changes that math instantly.
The Missing Link: Enciso provides a veteran bridge. He can settle the offense when Barefield takes a breather and ensures that the Bossing don't go on those 5-minute scoring droughts that have plagued their season so far.
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