PBA Rookie Draft 2023 batch deepest in years — Crdel, Guiao

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PBA coaches John Cardel of Terrafirma and Rain or Shine's Yeng Guiao both agree that this year's rookie draft pool is one of the deepest in years in terms of quality.

Both know their respective teams stand to benefit from the talented crop of incoming freshmen heading to Sunday's 2023 PBA Rookie Draft at the Market! Market! In Taguig.The rookie prospects are filled with bigs led by Zavier Lucero, Keith Datu and Fil-foreigners like Brandon Bates, Ken Tuffin and Christian David, as well as Luis Villegas, just to name some.But the biggest story is who will emerge as this year's no. 1 overall pick.

Asked if he'll be open to changing his mind and nab Holt for the overall pick, the amiable Terrafirma coäch responded with a smile.However, Cardel said Holt is a one-of-a-kind talent due to his extensive experience playing pro basketball in Europe, along with his high basketball IQ.Guiao shared Cardel's thoughts, which is why he isn't expecting the 6-foot-4 Holt to land at Rain or Shine's lap when the Elasto Painters have their turn in nos. 3 and 4.

 

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