NLEX shored up its frontline with the addition of JB Bahio, a former NCAA Mythical Team member.
NLEX signed former San Beda standout JB Bahio on Friday, Nov. 29.
This came a day after the Road Warriors absorbed a 87-114 beatdown at the hands of NorthPort in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Malate.
“Sobrang blessed po talaga. Ready na po akong ibigay ang lahat para sa NLEX," said Bahio.
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The 25th overall pick by Terrafirma became a free agent since the Dyip did not make him an offer at the end of Season 48.
With the Road Warriors dealing with injuries to big men Mike Miranda and Jake Pascual, they nabbed the services of the 6-foot-5 former NCAA Mythical Team member.
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What will make Bahio's transition to the pros smoother is the fact that he is joining fellow San Beda alumni Robert Bolick and Javee Mocon.
“Grateful din po ako dahil mga Bedan din dati ang iba sa mga teammates ko. Mga kuya ko na sila kaya kinakausap nila ako para i-guide ako,” said Bahio.
“Malaking tulong po iyon kasi nakapag-adjust ako nang mabilis. Alam ko rin pong mas marami pa akong matututunan sa kanila.”
Bahio is expected to make his PBA debut when NLEX takes on Blackwater on Saturday, Nov. 30, at the Ynares Center Antipolo.