PBA broadcast stays with TV5

MANILA, Philippines - The Philippine Basketball Association and TV5 yesterday agreed to continue airing the PBA games on IBC-13 under the original schedule laid out by the league for the 2013 Governors’ Cup.

In arriving at the decision, the two camps put the public interest above all considerations, citing the fans’ overwhelming support of the league that have resulted in record gate receipts and TV ratings in the past season.

The third conference will start on Aug. 14 right after the FIBA Asia world qualifier which incidentally will be telecast on TV5.

“We value our relationship and recognize TV5’s role as a positive factor for the league,” said PBA commissioner Chito Salud. “The PBA and TV5 are one in upholding the interest of our basketball fans.”

Meantime, TV5 will review the current terms of its coverage contract with the PBA and submit its proposal to the PBA Board of Governors for the purpose of determining how best to further improve the relations between the two parties.

“I’m very happy that the Governors’ Cup will be enjoyed by the fans, especially coming from a basketball high with the FIBA Asia tournament,” said TV5 president Noel Lorenzana. “We’re happy to bring the games to everyone’s homes and we look forward to continuing our partnership with the PBA.”