Greg Slaughter expressed his desire to return to the PBA this season after entering into discussions with new team Titan Ultra, which inherited his rights from NorthPort.
‘If I’m being honest, yes. I do want to come back to play in the PBA,’ Slaughter said after attending Sunday’s Leo Awards at Novotel Manila and the opening ceremonies of the 50th season at Smart Araneta Coliseum. Slaughter has not played in the league since suiting up for NorthPort in the 2021 Philippine Cup, spending time instead in Japan and the MPBL. His most recent stint was with the Basilan Starhorse.
The 7-foot center said he has already spoken with Titan Ultra team manager Aldreine Anglim. ‘It’s just a little talk with him so far, but nothing sudden,’ he said.
A potential return could boost either the Giant Risers or other teams. It also sparks the possibility of reviving his on-court rivalry with good friend June Mar Fajardo, whom he has faced since their days in Cebu’s collegiate league Cesafi.
The 2017 Governors’ Cup Best Player of the Conference was among the guests at the PBA’s golden season opener, upon the invitation of commissioner Willie Marcial.
‘I know it’s really a big year for the PBA, so I thought it would be a nice thing to be here,’ Slaughter said.