Is Caidic still worthy of a spot in the RP team? Guiao certainly thinks so

YENG Guiao waited for 10 years to get the services of The Triggerman Allan Caidic.

Unintentionally, the fiery mentor forced the record holder for most number of points and most number of three-pointers in a single game to an early retirement.

Guiao waited for nine years more to fulfill his wish of finally handling the deadshot lefty and it was truly worth the wait.

Caidic sank five three-point shots in one quarter a day after he torched the hoops during their team’s only practice session and Guiao is truly convinced the 1990 Philippine Basketball Association Most Valuable Player has yet to lose his magic stroke.

Now the all-pro, Powerade-Pilipinas mentor is pondering the possibility of including the Ginebra Gin King mentor to the squad in major Asian basketball tournaments.

No, not to scout for the team or join Guiao’s coaching staff, but to play a special role for a team that badly needs his shooting prowess.

That is, of course, if Caidic puts his heart into it and makes himself available.

“Definitely, he has the talent,” said Guiao, referring to the 45-year-old Caidic’s natural shooting ability.

“Puwede pa talaga siya sa RP team because player of his caliber is the one which we lacked in FIBA Asia Championship. Of course, the biggest question there is kung willing ba siya na maglaro? If yes, he can play a special purpose for the team,” added Guiao, whose team lost to the NBA Generation, 86-109, in an exhibition game at the Araneta Coliseum Friday night.

That special purpose Guiao was referring include Caidic playing the role as the designated hitter for few minutes, which will be enough to give the team a big lift.

Guiao, who was delegated to handle a selection of past and present PBA Stars, was amazed by Caidic’s excellent marksmanship. During the PBA Selection’s first and only practice session, he buried 10 triples, giving Guiao an impression that his number can be called anytime.