Rappler's latest stories on Philippine basketball
Top PBA stars from each UAAP school
Each UAAP school has contributed its share of players who established themselves as PBA all-time greats
PBA coaches back training protocols: 'All we have to do is follow'
The PBA targets July 22 as the resumption date for practices once it gets formal approval from the government
PBA fines Aguilar, Wong for playing in pickup game
PBA commissioner Willie Marcial says Japeth Aguilar and Adrian Wong are apologetic after being caught on video playing a pickup game
Hoops at home: PBA players deal with challenge of staying fit
Used to a year-long season grind, PBA players have been limited to shooting hoops and training at their own homes
PBA on 'right track' after getting thumbs up to practice again
PBA commissioner Willie Marcial says he will meet first with coaches, managers, and the board of governors before players start practicing
Basketball, football get green light for training resumption
The IATF approves appeals from the PBA and the PFF to allow their teams and clubs to practice again
PBA to summon Aguilar, Wong over training video
Japeth Aguilar of Barangay Ginebra and Adrian Wong of Rain or Shine appear in the video to be playing with other high-profile players
Learning from Lastimosa: Why Jolas let his game do the talking
'A lot of pros lose sight of why they play the game. Oftentimes, the business side of the game will run over your purpose and desire,' says PBA legend Jojo Lastimosa
Ranidel de Ocampo back with TNT – but in a different role
Retired forward Ranidel de Ocampo reunites with the franchise he won multiple PBA championships with, though now as an assistant coach
LOOKBACK: Highs and lows of '80s PH basketball
Before the PBA big guns took over the Philippine basketball team, a new breed of young stars carried the national colors
Tab Baldwin out of TNT coaching staff
TNT says the decision to fire Tab Baldwin, who was fined and suspended for his critical comments on the PBA, came 'way before the lockdown'
'Humbled' Baldwin declines Ateneans' offers to pay PBA fine
Tab Baldwin believes there's a far bigger battle that those funds should go to: fighting the coronavirus
PBA players unanimously want to return to practice
PBA commissioner Willie Marcial says players agreed to practice and play after meeting them to discuss league plans for a potential season restart
How Lamont Strothers played his way out
From playing in the NBA Finals against Michael Jordan to getting a rude welcome in the PBA, Lamont Strothers looks back at his basketball journey
PBA suspends, fines Baldwin P75,000 for 'detrimental' comments
After criticizing the pro basketball landscape, coach Tab Baldwin won’t be around for a few games when the PBA resumes
Abueva to return with more fire, less antics
Suspended for more than a year, Calvin Abueva vows to double his passion and energy once he steps on the PBA hardcourt again
Former PH basketball coach Nic Jorge dies at 78
Nic Jorge, an advocate of grassroots basketball, mentored the Philippine team that saw action in the 1978 FIBA World Cup
PBA to fine Tab Baldwin for 'detrimental' comments
Tab Baldwin says the PBA 'should never have a single import playing on a team'
Abueva raring for PBA return by completing psychological tests
Contrary to speculations, suspended PBA star Calvin Abueva bares he had already undergone two drug tests
LOOKBACK: The origin of PBA’s Manila Clasico
Since the '80s, the showdown between Purefoods and Ginebra highlights the rivalry between a glamour squad and an everyday man’s team
PBA chief downplays Alaska exit rumors
'Alaska is eager for the season to resume and will be ready for battle,' the franchise clarifies in a statement
Suspended for a year, Abueva still needs to meet PBA demands
PBA commissioner Willie Marcial says the coronavirus pandemic has stalled the comeback bid of Calvin Abueva
A royal conversation with PBA legend Abe King
Abe King charted an iconic PBA career that saw him etch his mark as one of the best defenders and rebounders in league history
PBA coaches agree: Kai Sotto joining G League a 'good move'
PBA champion coaches Norman Black and Yeng Guiao both believe Kai Sotto has the skills and dedication to reach the NBA
Why Sean Chambers may retire in the Philippines
Two decades since his retirement, former PBA import Sean Chambers still visits the country every year
PBA seeking IATF approval for players' return to practice
The PBA plans to submit a letter to the IATF requesting for a training restart
PBA gives green light to Dyip franchise transfer
Columbian Autocar Corporation transfers the Dyip franchise to its sister company Terra Firma Realty Development Corporation
Fil-foreign PBA players join call for justice after George Floyd death
The players go live on Instagram and offer a moment of silence while taking a knee and holding a sign that shows 'Could've been me'
LOOKBACK: How the 1984 NBA Draft made an impact on the PBA
The PBA holds a strong link to the 1984 NBA Draft, perhaps more than any other year
PBA clinging on hope for season restart
The PBA eyes to stage at least one conference to salvage the 45th season with the government relaxing quarantine measures
Hoops return: What will basketball look like now
Players need to improvise their celebration jigs to abide by the new FIBA guidelines
LOOKBACK: The should-have-been PBA MVPs
Here’s a look at some exceptional PBA players who didn't have the good fortune of copping the highest individual honor
Cone sees similarities between '90s Bulls, Aces: 'We started from nowhere'
Tim Cone and the Alaska Aces utilized the triangle offense popularized by the Chicago Bulls in the 1990s to take the PBA by storm
LOOKBACK: The birth of the Tower of Power
In 1989, Benjie Paras kicked up a storm never before seen from a rookie in the PBA
What is LA Tenorio chasing?
Ginebra star LA Tenorio thinks there’s one more thing he needs to accomplish to be a ‘complete player’
LOOKBACK: When the PBA All-Stars mattered
True to form, legendary coach Baby Dalupan orchestrated a play that would go down as one of the most iconic sequences in PBA history
Running with the Bulls, flying with His Airness
Check out some former PBA imports who won NBA championships with Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls
Tenorio on triangle offense: 'It’s hard to learn'
Ginebra guard LA Tenorio shares why coach Tim Cone made them watch Bulls and Lakers videos
The birth of 'Never Say Die' Barangay Ginebra
Back in 1985, Robert Jaworski returned to the game after getting stitched in a hospital to help Ginebra stage a monumental comeback
Adams' journey: How this Fil-Am found his way to Manila
Ready to call it quits, Roosevelt Adams finds his way back to his old sport in a new home
PBA could cancel season if mass gatherings remain banned for months
PBA commissioner Willie Marcial says he and the board of governors are 'preparing for the worst'
Leo Austria bests Tim Cone for 2019 PBA Coach of the Year
Leo Austria will break his tie with Tim Cone and Ryan Gregorio for number of Coach of the Year honors and will move to the solo No. 2 spot
The Bruise Brothers: Toughness personified
Living up to their fearsome moniker, rugged PBA defenders Yoyoy Villamin and Ricky Relosa intimidated big men and imports from camping in the shaded area
'90s Philippine basketball: The silver that felt like gold
Mentored by Robert Jaworski, the 1990 Philippine basketball team remains one of the most celebrated national squads in history
The Triggerman: How Allan Caidic turned into a deadly sniper
There’s no denying that Allan Caidic remains the best shooter this country has ever produced
Basketball Olympian Alfonso Marquez dies at 82
Alfonso Marquez, a cage star in the 1960s, saw action for two Olympic basketball teams
Teammates, foes pay tribute to retiring Ranidel de Ocampo
Ranidel de Ocampo is remembered by his teammates and opponents for being a consummate professional and a smooth operator on the hardcourt
Hobbled by injuries, Ranidel de Ocampo to retire from PBA
During his prime, Ranidel de Ocampo established himself as one of the finest forwards in the PBA and a key player for Gilas Pilipinas
PBA lends hand to recovering Nelson Asaytono
PBA legend Nelson Asaytono has started to recuperate from a heart attack
Ultimate rivalry: Big J vs El Presidente
The odd thing about the very public rift between Robert Jaworski and Ramon Fernandez – the two most dominant figures in PBA history – is that they played together for over a decade
