Ginebra to Release Art Dela Cruz? | Ginebra news


It looks like Art Dela Cruz might not remain on the Ginebra lineup for long. Management is reportedly looking to trade him, put him in the Ginebra 3x3 team or just release him.

Dela Cruz made his mark while playing for Blackwater Elite, a tall wingman who could play the point. Tim Cone likes players who can play multiple positions, which is why he traded Chris Ellis for Art Dela Cruz.

The problem is Art has rarely stayed healthy long enough in Ginebra to make an impact. On the few times he has played, Dela Cruz has made a difference. 

He is like Joe DeVance who can do a lot of things for the team. But Art is always injured and now management might be running out of patience.

So the first option is to put him in the 3x3 team. Ginebra doesnt have a 3x3 lineup yet, but with the PBA games suspended, the management will have the time to go over the lineup.

By putting Dela Cruz in the 3x3, Ginebra can assess his performance. If he plays well, they can bring him back up to the main roster. If not, they can trade him.

The problem with trading him or releasing him right away is he might blossom into a good player. Case in point is former Ginebra player Jerrick Balanza, who the Gins traded to Northport for a second round pick. And now Jerrick is playing great for coach Jarencio and the Batang Pier.

So most likely Art will be put in the 3x3 lineup. But who knows, Ginebra might decide to just trade him or release as an unrestricted free agent.

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