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RANKED | THE 50 PBA GREATEST PLAYERS - NUMBERS 1 TO 10
We’ve reached the summit. After weeks of comparing MVPs, champions, stat-stuffers, and culture-shapers, it all comes down to this. The...


RANKED | THE 50 PBA GREATEST PLAYERS - NUMBERS 11 TO 20
We’re hitting the sweet spot now. In this part of the countdown, we enter the elite zone—legends whose names ring through different eras...


RANKED | THE 50 PBA GREATEST PLAYERS - NUMBERS 21 TO 30
As we inch closer to the top 20, we find ourselves in a sweet spot where legendary consistency meets quiet greatness. These next ten...


RANKED | THE 50 PBA GREATEST PLAYERS - NUMBERS 31 TO 40
The deeper we go into the PBA 50 Greatest Players list, the tighter the debates become. This batch—from ranks 31 to 40—features a mix of...


RANKED | THE 50 PBA GREATEST PLAYERS - NUMBERS 41 TO 50
As we begin our countdown of the 50 Greatest Players in PBA history, we kick things off with a compelling batch of legends—some underrated, some injury-plagued, and others statistical anomalies. They weren’t always the most popular names on the list, but their impact, titles, and legacy earned them a rightful seat at the table. These ten players represent the colorful spectrum of PBA greatness: from elite defenders and scorers to glue guys who won it all. You’ll find Grand Sl


PBA 50 GREATEST PLAYERS | STEALS PER GAME
Let’s take a look at the players who dominated the defensive side and left their mark as some of the best steal artists in PBA history.


PBA 50 GREATEST PLAYERS | BLOCKS PER GAME
In this ranking of the 50 Greatest Players, we celebrate those whose shot-blocking prowess made them defensive giants on the court.


PBA 50 GREATEST PLAYERS | POINTS PER GAME
Ranking the top 50 players by their scoring prowess, we’ll take a closer look at the legends whose ability to put points on the board earned them a place in the pantheon of Philippine basketball greatness.


PBA 50 GREATEST PLAYERS | REBOUNDS PER GAME
From the towering big men to the relentless forwards, let’s take a closer look at the players who have left an indelible mark on the PBA through their rebounding mastery.


PBA 50 GREATEST PLAYERS | ASSISTS PER GAME
Let’s dive into the players who mastered the art of distribution and have earned their place among the all-time greats.


RANKED | PBA 50 GREATEST PLAYERS: PREVIEW
I went full hoops nerd and power-ranked the PBA’s 50 Greatest Players.


RELIVING THE PBA 40 GREATEST PLAYERS CONTROVERSY
When the PBA decided to add 15 more names to the prestigious list in 2014, expectations were high.


PBA STATS | LIM ENG BENG
A stalwart of the early years of Philippine basketball, Lim Eng Beng played with both grit and finesse.


PBA STATS | FRANCIS ARNAIZ
Francis Arnaiz was a cornerstone of Filipino basketball during his illustrious career, as he was known for his ability to step up in crucial moments.


PBA STATS | MANNY PANER
Though he never won the Most Valuable Player, Paner’s impact on the court was undeniable.


PBA STATS | FREDDIE HUBALDE
Freddie Hubalde was the quintessential scorer who thrived in the shadows of loaded lineups—and then proved he could shine just as brightly on his own.


PBA STATS | BERNIE FABIOSA
If the Crispa Redmanizers were a symphony of stars, Bernard Fabiosa was the steady rhythm keeping it all together.


PBA STATS | PHILIP CEZAR
Philip Cezar was the perfect complement to the offensive firepower of the legendary Crispa teams.


PBA STATS | ATOY CO
A founding player in the PBA’s inaugural 1975 season, Atoy Co quickly became one of its brightest lights.


PBA STATS | KELLY WILLIAMS
Kelly Williams was a walking highlight reel for the Sta. Lucia Realtors.


PBA STATS | JAYSON CASTRO
Widely regarded as one of the most electrifying guards in PBA history, Jayson Castro earned the nickname “The Blur” for a reason.


PBA STATS | JUNE MAR FAJARDO
The only eight-time MVP in league history—including six straight from 2014 to 2019—June Mar Fajardo is the definitive face of the modern PBA era.


PBA STATS | ARWIND SANTOS
A dynamic forward known for his versatility and defensive prowess, Arwind "The Spiderman" Santos has been a constant force in the PBA.


PBA STATS | SCOTTIE THOMPSON
Known for his relentless hustle and all-around game, Scottie Thompson is the embodiment of a modern-day PBA player.


PBA STATS | RICARDO BROWN
When Ricardo Brown arrived in the PBA in 1983, he didn’t just make history—he made it fast.


PBA STATS | BOGS ADORNADO
Bogs Adornado was the PBA’s original scoring machine.


PBA STATS | ABE KING
Abe King, Jr. earned the moniker "The Chairman of the Board" for his fierce dominance on the defensive end and his incredible rebounding ability.


PBA STATS | RAMON FERNANDEZ
Nicknamed "El Presidente," Ramon Fernandez is widely regarded as the most complete player in PBA history.


PBA STATS | ARNIE TUADLES
With his slick moves and scoring touch, Arnie Tuadles burst into the PBA scene like a seasoned veteran.


PBA STATS | JAMES YAP
They called him "Big Game James" for a reason—when the stakes were highest, James Yap delivered.


PBA STATS | CHITO LOYZAGA
Widely regarded as one of the best perimeter defenders in PBA history, Chito Loyzaga was a constant nightmare for the league’s top scorers throughout the '80s and early '90s.


PBA STATS | MARK CAGUIOA
Mark Caguioa's MVP season in 2012 was a testament to his relentless effort and scoring ability.


PBA STATS | ASI TAULAVA
A true titan of the PBA, Asi Taulava entered the league in 1999 with hype, power, and presence—and he lived up to every bit of it.


PBA STATS | HECTOR CALMA
Nicknamed “The Director”, Calma orchestrated the San Miguel dynasty of the late ‘80s and early ‘90s with calm precision and veteran savvy.


PBA STATS | JIMMY ALAPAG
Standing just 5-foot-9, Captain Jimmy Alapag was proof that heart beats height.


PBA STATS | MANNY VICTORINO
Known for his silky-smooth jumper and consistent inside presence, Manny Victorino was a cornerstone big man throughout the 1980s.


PBA STATS | ABET GUIDABEN
Alberto "Abet" Guidaben carved out a storied two-decade career built on consistency, quiet dominance, and championship pedigree.


PBA STATS | DANNY FLORENCIO
Long before highlight reels were a thing, Danny Florencio was already living in one.


PBA STATS | SAMBOY LIM
No player took flight quite like Samboy Lim, whose fearless drives, mid-air acrobatics, and relentless energy made him a fan favorite and a Philippine basketball icon.


PBA STATS | DANNY SEIGLE
When Danny Seigle exploded onto the PBA scene in 1999, it felt like a new era had arrived.


PBA STATS | DANNY ILDEFONSO
The Beermen didn’t just land a franchise player in Danny Ildefonso—they scored one of the most dominant big men of the 2000s.


PBA STATS | ATO AGUSTIN
Ato Agustin quickly exploded onto the scene with his explosive drives and fearless scoring—earning him the nickname "The Atom Bomb."


PBA STATS | ALLAN CAIDIC
Allan "The Triggerman" Caidic made an immediate impact in the league, winning Rookie of the Year and PBA MVP in 1990.


PBA STATS | VERGEL MENESES
Vergel Meneses wasn't just a showman—he was a stone-cold killer on the court.


PBA STATS | NELSON ASAYTONO
Known as "The Bull" for his unstoppable drives and brute strength, Nelson Asaytono was one of the most prolific scorers the PBA ever saw.


PBA STATS | MARC PINGRIS
Few players embodied grit and heart quite like Marc Pingris, the undersized forward who became the soul of the 2013–14 San Mig Coffee Grand Slam dynasty.


PBA STATS | KERBY RAYMUNDO
Kerby Raymundo carved out a stellar PBA career through a combination of skill, poise, and quiet consistency.


PBA STATS | JERRY CODINERA
If defense wins championships, then Jerry Codiñera was its most faithful disciple.


PBA STATS | ALVIN PATRIMONIO
The face of Purefoods for nearly two decades, Alvin Patrimonio embodied loyalty, grit, and consistent excellence.


PBA STATS | BENJIE PARAS
Benjie Paras holds a distinction no one else in PBA history can claim—Rookie-MVP in the same season.
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