Aguilar GlobalPort-bound; Kings prepare package for Casio

THERE are rumors Japeth Aguilar is headed back to the United States to try his luck in the NBA D-League. Before that, however, the 6-foot-9 center-forward may yet make a stop at Global Port.

Commissioner Chito Salud is set to receive documents within the week pertaining to the deal that will send Aguilar to the Batang Pier in exchange for center Rabeh Al-Hussaini, the No. 2 pick in the pro league draft last year.

A very reliable source yesterday told Business Insight-Malaya that there’s no stopping Aguilar from going to the Batang Pier, which bought the Powerade franchise and is assembling a competitive squad according to owner Mikee Romero’s specifications.

“Done deal na halos because both parties have already agreed in principle and the (trade) papers have almost been drawn up,” said the insider privy to the negotiations. “Konting kinks na lang ang inaayos.”

Once Aguilar gets to Global Port, the issue of his US plans will be discussed.

“He is sure to get the playing time and exposure he failed to get at Talk N Text, so he may be persuaded to permanently defer his plans,” said the source.

The trade is just part of some frenzied moves being made by teams gearing up for the PBA’s 38th season kicking off on Sept. 30.

Foremost among those actively offering deals is Ginebra, which sorely wants Jayvee Casio from the Batang Pier.

A package being dangled by the Kings involves nine-year veteran Mike Cortez and forward Willy Wilson for Casio, although San Miguel Corp. management reportedly wants another offer drawn up.

“Hangga’t maaari ibang players ang ibigay para makuha si Casio,” said the source.

Initially, the insider added, the Kings have offered John Wilson and Wilson, but Romero reportedly turned it down.

John Wilson has since been traded to Air21 along with KG Canaleta in exchange for Elmer Espiritu and the Express’ 2013 first round draft rights.

Ginebra coach Siot Tanquingcen has openly stated he wants Casio, but declined to comment on trade rumors. “Sa itaas nangyayari ang mga ganyang negotiations,” he said.

The source persisted, however, saying SMC executives and Ginebra coaching staff are reportedly set to meet today to draw up a package amenable to both Global Port and SMC management.

Casio would be a welcome addition for the Kings. Known for being more of a facilitator, he would surely complement a Kings team that has an abundance of scorers, led by reigning MVP Mark Caguioa, and an awesome frontline.

Source: Noli Cortez, Malaya Business Insight

hmmmm sigurado ako si cortez at elmer to casio to... :naughty:
kng mawawala si cortez... pwede pa rin tayo kumuha ng guard sa mga rookies natin, pwede din dalawa makuha natin pag nangyari un aalisin sa line up si rob

ouch... waaah...ayokong mawala si Corter...

Ang nakakapag taka eh Bakit mo BIBITAWAN si Rabeh kung malinaw na gustong magpunta ni Aguilar sa USA para mag try out sa D League.... baka maging LINA CORP style din ito ah tsk tsk

I want Casio to be a part of our beloved team but kung si Cortez at W. Wilson din lang kapalit..

NO THANKS!

^ Unfair ang deal na yan takte...

Cortez+ Elmer na lang

Ang difference lang kay Casio at Cortez eh EDAD yun lang!

I saw the Cortez-Caguioa connection the past few conferences and effective siya. And one of the things that I want about Cool Cat is his defense, which is wala masyado kay Casio..

^Tama pre... malakas talaga sa Depensa si Cortez.... Kahit nga mga Bigman na susupalpal neto eh at magaling din sa steal....

Id still choose Cortez. Anyways may good 2-3years pa naman yan

within that time im sure makakakuha tayo ng iba pang mas suitable na PG para sa BGK

Tama! 31 y/o palang naman si cool cat, kumbaga nasa peak pa siya ng career niya.

^YUp! masyado lang hype yang kay Casio...

takte kung si cortez at willie wilson ang kapalit malaking katangahan yan kapag nangyari hindi naman kagalingan si casio para sa trade na yan wilson ay kailangan ng team sa dipensa wala pang napapatunayan si casio magagaling naman ang mga point guard natin eh so para sakin hindi na kailngan ng trade between cortez + wilson to casio lang no way...

^Tama!!! Tutal maganda ang potential ni Buen something na yan..... sabi nga nila next JJ na daw so bakit pa hahabulin si Casio?

basta ako ayoko ng cortez wilson para lang kay casio..pde nman casio at cortez lang bkit isasama pa si wilson..