Rhenz Abando returns as Gilas reveals its Window 5 lineup – PBA now has just 4 reps

Not everyone made the cut, though. GMA Network reports that Calvin Oftana and Carl Tamayo are out for this window. Their report promises the reason behind their absence, but those details are not part of the information we have here, so we will not guess at them.

Another point stands out in the Inquirer report: the PBA is down to 4 representatives in the latest Gilas squad. That number gives basketball fans a quick look at how much of the national team is drawn from the local league this window, and it is a detail many will be checking closely.

What Comes Next

The sources do not lay out the full schedule for this window, so the next games and match details are not yet known from this report. What is clear is that the squad lineup has already been set for this round of the qualifiers.

Scottie Thompson's name is part of the search trend around this story, but none of the reports we have say what role, if any, he plays in the lineup. We are not making any claim about him, and readers should wait for official updates on the roster.

Fans will be watching how the squad performs and whether the absences change anything for the team going forward. The lineup is set for now, and the next updates will show how the coaching staff uses the players who are in. Are you excited to see Rhenz Abando back in the Gilas jersey, or do you think the squad needs more PBA players to make a stronger run?