UP vs NU 2010-08-07 14:00 2010-08-07 16:00 Filoil Arena
UST vs FEU 2010-08-07 16:00 2010-08-07 18:00 Filoil Arena

2nd Round- September 19 @ 1215AM and 3AM
Semifinals- September 20 @ 1230AM and 3AM3rd Place- September 21 @ 1230AM

Finals- September 21 @ 315AM

BTV

2nd Round- September 19 @ 1215AM and 3AM
Semifinals- September 20 @ 1230AM and 3AM
3rd Place- September 21 @ 1230AM
Finals- September 21 @ 315AM

BTV

2nd Round- September 19 @ 1215AM and 3AM
Semifinals- September 20 @ 1230AM and 3AM
3rd Place- September 21 @ 1230AM
Finals- September 21 @ 315AM

BTV

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There are so many surprises in the current PBA 2006-07 Talk N Text Philippine Cup, you wouldn't have guessed that James Yap didn't rake it in the scoring ladder, while Air21's Gary David is in it, along with Sta. Lucia's rookie phenom Kelly Williams who is at number 5. Brgy Ginebra's sparkplug Mark Caguioa is numero uno in scoring, chipping in 23.75 points per contest with a season high of 32 points in a 123-117 win against Sta Lucia in Palawan last November 18.

The top rebounder is Alaska's Nic Belasco with an 11.64 rebounding average in 11 games. The top man in assists is Alaska's injured point guard Mike Cortez. Cortez dished off 31 assists in 4 games for the Aces. The tapal king belongs to Red Bull's Mick Pennisi with 1.62 blocks per game, followed by rookie Arwind Santos with 1.58 bpg. The number one kawatans are Ginebra's Jayjay Helterbrand, Welcoat's Jojo Tangkay and Air21's Wynne Arboleda, who stole off 20 times en route to 1.67 spg average.

Check out the league leaders in points, rebounds, assists, steals and shotblocks:

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Have you ever wondered what is the real name of former Crispa and Great Taste star Atoy Co? How about ex-Ginebra showman Dondon Ampalayo? Or ex-Ateneo star Jec Chia? Well, here are the real first names of some famous PBA personalities who are better known by their nicknames or, in some cases, their middle names:

1. Jose Emmanuel "Noli" Eala - PBA Commissioner
2. Fortunato "Atoy" Co - Named one of the best 25 players of the PBA
3. Alejo "Pongky" Alolor - Played 14 seasons in the PBA for six different teams
4. Cresencio "Dondon" Ampalayo - Former Rookie of the Year awardee who played 10 seasons in the PBA
5. George Christian "Jec" Chia - former Ateneo star who was famous for sinking the buzzer-beating jumpshot hat sent the Blue Eagles to their 2nd consecutive UAAP Finals appearance in 2002.
6. Expidito "Noynoy" Falcasantos - Former Sta. Lucia star

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The latest in a series of Exchanges, Mobile Exchange, is the first daily blog - magazine featuring the latest developments in the Philippine mobile gadget scene.

Everyday, Mobile Exchange will feature a gadget, accessory, service, tips, reviews, video or event, ranging from Cellphones, PDAs, Software, Laptops, Desktops, and varied other devices. All posts include hi-res pictures and complete descriptions. Sponsors will provide where these can be bought and prevailing prices.

Mobile Exchange's aim is to become the main source of information about gadgets and devices. Our goal is to help consumers make informed decisions on the often confusing world of consumer technology.

Visit Mobile Exchange Philippines. You can subscribe to get daily updates by entering your email address here:

or via syndication.

To contact Exchange.ph, email Ghmercado at gmail dot com.

Ftg. Tim Duncan, Tracy McGrady, Gilbert Arenas, Chauncey Billups, Kevin Garnett.

Ftg. Tracy McGrady, Kevin Garnett, Gilbert Arenas, Tim Duncan, Chauncey Billups.

Ftg. Tracy McGrady. Again.

Ftg. Adidas players Kevin Garnett, Tim Duncan, Chauncey Billups, and Tracy McGrady (mostly Tracy). I'll post all four daily.

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If you are a basketball junkie and have the money to burn, what book or magazine would you buy (and not have to regret later on)? Although there are many resources on the Internet, nothing beats the hell out of a printed material. The advantages? Well, you can always carry it around with you, even if you're in a restroom for example. The disadvantages? One thing, you can't do a basic search, except manual search using all your hands, eyes and brain. OK, you can always print an electronic copy but are you willing to shoulder the cost? One of the best things to look forward to during the offseason is the release of annual yearbooks for both professional and collegiate ranks. These yearbooks contain vital information (statistics, history, profiles) on each player, each team, from the previous year, as well as predictions for the incoming year. I have compiled below a list of books or resources which may interest you. Keep tab of the prices and where to find them:

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For some reason, I was supposed to do this piece before the Dallas-Phoenix showdown last Friday but I waited for it to conclude. It just so happened that the Suns lost. Not to take away from a fellow writer here at BallEx where an article was written about his Dallas Mavericks. But what the hell, here is what I think about Phoenix's horror show at the start of the season.

photo taken from www.iran-daily.com

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