Manila, Philippines—ArenaPlus, the 24/7 sports entertainment gateway in the Philippines, together with BingoPlus, your comprehensive digital entertainment platform in the country, participated in the anniversary celebration of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) at the Solaire Grand Ballroom in Quezon City held last Friday, April 11, 2025.
PBA’s 50th anniversary celebration commemorated the ten added individuals in the list of fifty who have shown substantial talent, charisma, and influence in the Philippine pro-basketball scene. It was made up of players who were inducted in the previous PBA anniversaries—a total of twenty-five (25) players were selected in 2000 as PBA celebrated its 25th anniversary, and fifteen (15) were added last 2015 during PBA’s 40th anniversary.
Mr. MVP, Scottie Thompson, who recently renewed his partnership with ArenaPlus, was among the inductees during the gala. It was his exceptional performance during his 2022 Most Valuable Player run and past recognitions that earned him a spot among the greatest players in the league.
Despite the negative criticisms that circulated in regard to Thompson’s induction to the 50 greatest players, Scottie remained positive and said, “Actually, I don’t mind the negative thoughts much on social media, but I truly respect everyone’s thoughts and comments because this is a free world.” “I totally respect whatever they say. Those are their opinions; I have my own, they have their own, but it’s all about respect,” he added.
PBA also launched their new campaign, ‘Solid,’ as they embark on their new dream of reaching the hundred-year mark. The league also remembered how the dream started and those who believed in their vision. “Back then, it was just an idea. But nine great teams believed in it. They took the risk. They made it real.”
In addition, guests and players who attended the anniversary celebration enjoyed BingoPlus and ArenaPlus merchandise as souvenirs from a night that will surely go down in the history of sports entertainment.
Moreover, ArenaPlus who is a major sponsor for the PBA, and BingoPlus who sponsored PBA’s 50th Anniversary Celebration, believes in and is in full support of helping them achieve their goal. PBA’s 50 greatest players is a clear message that Filipinos are ‘Solid’ athletes and ‘Astig’ when it comes to sports.
DigiPlus Interactive Corp. pioneered digital entertainment in the Philippines. It introduced leading platforms BingoPlus and ArenaPlus, widely known for their engaging experiences in interactive gaming and sports entertainment. DigiPlus also operates SpinPlus, and GameZone, with more to come. For more information, visit: www.digiplus.com.ph.
