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At 46, Taulava to see action in record 17th PBA All-Star Game
With the 6-foot-9 big man in the fold, the South All-Stars boast an imposing frontcourt that also features June Mar Fajardo, Greg Slaughter and Poy Erram
Not chasing Jawo, Asi Taulava might play last PBA season
Seeing action in his 20th season, the NLEX veteran says he just wants to enjoy the ride

Worth the risk: Jordan Clarkson takes final PH spot
The Philippine men's basketball team holds on to the slim chance that the Filipino-American NBA player can suit up for the 2018 Asian Games
Asi Taulava thought Asian Games call-up just a prank
At 45, the 'new' Asi looks forward to his third tour of duty for the Philippine men's basketball team
Asi Taulava says 'lodi' Michael Miranda deserves success with NLEX
The veteran Taulava says he expects a better showing from Michael Miranda in the Commissioner's Cup
PH athletes pay tribute to dads on Father’s Day 2017
Athletes from around the Philippines celebrate their fathers and fatherhood

Ginebra goes big, sinks Taulava-less NLEX
Ginebra rises to 2 1 in the standings while NLEX drops to 1 2

Taulava fined, suspended for incident with Semerad in NLEX-Ginebra game
NLEX will aim to go up 2 1 in the standings against Ginebra without its big man

NLEX wards off Blackwater on Easter
NLEX goes up 4 4 while Blackwater drops to 3 6 in the 2016 PBA Commissioner s Cup

Asi Taulava sees career ending with NLEX after championship win
Ask Taulava wants one more PBA title before wrapping up his career with NLEX

5 memorable Gilas Pilipinas moments of 2015
Rappler takes you back to those moments worth remembering from the past year

'Tis the season: PBA records on Christmas Day
Who has scored the most points on Christmas Day in PBA history? Or averages the most assists? Find out here

Star Hotshots hurdle foul trouble to clip NLEX
The Star Hotshots overcome double doubles from Sean Anthony and Asi Taulava to hand NLEX its first loss of the season

Anthony, Taulava double-doubles carry NLEX over Barako Bull
Sean Anthony scores 11 and grabs 19 rebounds while Asi Taulava turns in 14 points and 11 boards in a gritty win

The secret to Hontiveros and Taulava’s playing longevity
What routines or regimens do Dondon Hontiveros and Asi Taulava follow to keep their bodies in top playing shape?

IN PHOTOS: Gilas Pilipinas in wacky mood at FIBA photo shoot
The Philippine national basketball team goofs around during their official photo shoot for the FIBA Asia Championship

Gilas Pilipinas: Asi Taulava
Get to know Asi Taulava of the Gilas Pilipinas national men s basketball team

Fajardo not letting Gilas withdrawal criticism bring him down
June Mar Fajardo is focusing on recovering from plantar fascitis and not on the criticism from angry fans

Gilas begins countdown to FIBA Asia after Jones Cup
With little over two weeks to go before the all important FIBA Asia Championship Gilas Pilipinas steadies itself for the test ahead

Ageless wonders Taulava, Hontiveros complete Gilas comeback win over New Zealand
Gilas will go up next against USA Overtake Select on Saturday

WATCH: Terrence Romeo in scuffle with Russia as tempers flare
Head coach Tab Baldwin was visibly unhappy about the calls and reportedly declared the Philippines would walk out if there is one more dirty play

Taulava comes to defense of Fajardo, others
Injuries do happen and I just wish people would be more supportive towards June Mar with his injuries and all the other guys who can’t make it says Asi Taulava

Taulava, Thoss eager to step in for injured Fajardo
Gilas coach Tab Baldwin also stresses the impact Andray Blatche makes for the team

Gilas coach on Fajardo: ‘Can’t lose something you never had’
We obviously would have loved to incorporate him into the team says Gilas coach Tab Baldwin But you can’t miss what you don’t have

WATCH: Gilas pool, coaches on why PH should host 2019 FIBA World Cup
Gilas head coach Tab Baldwin as well as Asi Taulava Troy Rosario and more share their thoughts on the FIBA World Cup final bid

List of PBA players requested for Gilas pool revealed
The names of 16 players requested by Tab Baldwin for the Gilas pool have been revealed with familiar names missing and new names included

Reid comes up clutch as Beermen win 6th straight
Import Arizona Reid was clutch down the stretch scoring 9 of his team’s last 10 points to lead the San Miguel Beermen past the NLEX Road Warriors

Meralco shocks Talk 'N Text for lopsided win
Six Meralco Bolts score in double figures as the Bolts snatch a win against sister team Talk N Text Tropang Texters

NLEX snaps slide with upset of Alaska
Imports Kwame Alexander and Michael Madanly combined for 56 points as the NLEX Road Warriors pulled off an upset of the Alaska Aces

Bagatsing triple bails KIA out against NLEX
Hyram Bagatsing knocks down the go ahead three pointer with 1 second left to bail the KIA Carnival out versus the NLEX Road Warriors

NLEX beats Meralco despite Emmett's 44 points
The NLEX Road Warriors defeated sister team the Meralco Bolts to notch their first win of the conference

WATCH: PBA's newly minted Greatest Players share unforgettable moments
The likes of Jimmy Alapag Asi Taulava Marc Pingris and Eric Menk share their most unforgettable PBA moments and what they believe makes them great

IN PHOTOS: PBA's 40 Greatest Players ceremony
From honoring the 40 greatest players to a mini fashion show PBA players made the most of their time away from the court during the FAB @ 40 event

PBA honors 40 Greatest Players in grand ceremony
The league celebrates its 40 years of history by honoring its 40 Greatest Players

Lanete takes over late, Barako Bull stops NLEX’s winning run
Veteran guard Chico Lanete hits back to back triples late in the game to help Barako turn the tables on NLEX

Alapag looking forward to his final PBA All-Star showcase
It’s a fitting encore for 11 time All Star Alapag who will participate in the All Star Game the Three point Shootout and will have his jersey retired as well

Pringle to put on show in first PBA All-Star appearance
Pringle is part of a powerhouse South All Stars cast that looks to push the ball and make some entertainment

NLEX rallies late to stun misfiring Beermen
Import Al Thornton tallies a superb 30 points and 12 rebounds helping the Road Warriors comeback from a 21 point deficit

Short-handed Alaska nips NLEX to return to winning ways
The Aces accurately predict NLEX s last play preventing import Al Thornton from getting to the basket to hold on for a one point victory

Rain or Shine topples taller NLEX for first win
The Elasto Painters negate the Road Warriors height with steady shooting from the perimeter

Willie Miller comes back strong from semi-retirement
The two time PBA MVP is not disappointing the one team that showed faith in him as he quickly makes a difference for Talk N Text

NLEX import Al Thornton working himself into game shape
Former LA Clipper Al Thornton will use the break between conferences and a Dubai tournament to get back into playing shape for the Commissioner s Cup

PBA players pledge support for comatose Samboy Lim
Samboy Lim remains in a comatose state but may be moved out of ICU or even return home

NLEX sticking by Taulava, aims to sign Blatche as import
NLEX team manager Ronald Dulatre shot down rumors that Asi Taulava would be heading to Talk N Text while expressing interest in hiring Andray Blatche as their import player

NLEX sinks KIA to end eliminations on positive note
The Road Warriors snap a 3 game skid to end the elimination round on a winning note with Asi Taulava leading the way scoring 19 points with 14 rebounds

Yap, Miller, Alapag included in PBA's 40 greatest list
Headlining the list are two time PBA MVPs James Yap Willie Miller and Danny Ildefonso as the league is set to celebrate its 40th season

Barako Bull outlasts NLEX behind RR Garcia's clutch play
RR Garcia scores 22 and grabs 5 rebounds as Barako Bull pulls off a win over NLEX in a game with playoff implications

Paul Lee saves the day for Rain or Shine against NLEX
Paul Lee delivered key baskets down the stretch that allowed the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters to escape with a close victory for their fourth straight win

NLEX snaps losing streak at Blackwater's expense
Taulava leads the way for the Road Warriors dominating the game with 24 points 10 rebounds and 5 assists

Simon's hot shooting night leads Purefoods past NLEX
PJ Simon shot 9 10 from the field to lead Purefoods to a comfortable victory over NLEX
