14/08/2025
UNPLAYABLE KRAKEN?
Despite starting in the last 4 games of Gilas Pilipinas, Jun Mar Fajardo played sparingly (11.6 mins) in games against IRQ, KSA and AUS. This was below his 17 mins average in the first 2 Gilas games.
Many point out his lack of defense that offsets his contribution offensively. Most teams attacked him in pick and roll coverage with JMF looking to sag off on the ball handler, presenting an uncontested shot as the recovering defender failed to navigate towards the screen.
With that in line, is it time for the Kraken to step away from national team duties? Or is it coaching that dimmed his chances to contribute positively?
