Recap

Real Underdogs vs LUCKY Bastards

The Big Chili are the real underdogs this season among the 8 teams. They chose friends during the draft and this proved to be costly for them as they miss out on elite players. In the end, they got what they wanted – a chance to be legends along side their buddies. Not many players can say that. And I am rooting for them to win the championship and ride the “banana boat” after the season is over.

On the other hand, Swoosh Bros are probably the luckiest team so far in terms of post draft moves. Their stroke of genius showed when they got Rodfil Camacho from the Thundercats for Matea Mandabon – who they got from Neil Bagalso trade with Soju Bombers. They also have Mico Mercado, Aldwin Brotonel, and Chris Bonabon from the draft who will be instrumental in this run and will form a strong front court with James Bandolon.

Just like the Chili’s, JR Sunga made sure to pick his cousin Ken Sunga. We will probably know how this play out once the season kicks in. Veterans Oliver Poblete, Jun Centeno, Ahwin Adricula.

The Big Chili will be flanked by Bombi Toves who will have his debut being the face of the team with his bros Mitchell Salas, GJ Eva, and John Dahan. Veterans Jun Gustilo, Gerry Areja and newcomer Orlando Mortel will help man the team. Guards Gerald and CK Arcilla will bring in the heat on the fast break.

On paper, The Big Chilis are the underdogs while Swoosh Bros have everything it needs to make a run this season.

But, what did they say about the Golden State Warriors in 2008 when they beat the top seeded Dallas Mavericks in the first round of the playoffs? Do you remember how the Detroit Pistons beat the LA Lakers in the Championship?