The Navs Effect

Disclaimer: This episode was broadcast live before the Ginebra trade announcement today.

Blackwater head coach Jeff Cariaso takes us through his thinking ahead of the PBA Draft and reminisces on days of his playing years, particularly with Alaska.

Josh comes back on the podcast to analyze Gilas' performance in the OQT, figure out what the next priority must be, and answer questions regarding broadcasting in sports.

Dave Ildefonso comes on the show to share insight on his decision to join the PBA Draft and what it's going to be like to potentially match up against dad Danny and brother Shaun.

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DLSU's Alex Konov and UST's Zain Mahmood, two of the top recruits in Season 87, come on the show to answer questions from the spectators, share their excitement for the UAAP, and goof around.

Gilas Pilipinas squandered a 12-point lead in the FIBA OQT Semis vs. Brazil, leading to the end of their inspiring run. What went wrong? What went right? We recap their journey with PBA superstar Robert Bolick, who breaks down everything that happened.

FIBA broadcaster & Gilas aficionado Josh Bett guests on the podcast to preview Gilas' chances in the upcoming OQT to be held in Latvia.

DLSU team captain and UAAP Champion Benjamin Phillips has declared for the PBA Draft. He goes into details about his decision, expounds on his other business ventures, and answers intriguing questions from viewers in this episode. Bonus: Ben sings his favorite Ben&Ben song.

Meralco Bolts head coach Luigi Trillo joins the show to discuss the key moments in his team’s run to the PBA All-Filipino Conference championship, what their triumph means for the PBA in the long-term, Brandon + Rocio, the upcoming PBA Draft, and more.

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