Several online reactions and criticisms came pouring out after Converge FiberXers’ lost to Barangay Ginebra San Miguel, 93-99, last 29 March. Most are divided over a possible inbound violation late in the game involving Coverge's Alec Stockton and Ginebra's Scottie Thompson.
Clips circulating on social media showed that with 52 seconds remaining and Converge trailing by two, Thompson appeared to disrupt the inbound pass while the ball was still in Stockton’s hands. The error led to Justin Brownlee's teardrop shot for a more confortable 97-93 Ginebra lead.
Some fans pointed to standard rules prohibiting defenders from breaking the boundary plane before the ball is released, while others argued the play may have been influenced by camera angle and timing.
According to NBA rules:
"Defenders in basketball must stay on the court during an inbounds pass, avoiding breaking the plane of the boundary line to interfere with the passer. A defender can jump or move to disrupt passing lanes but must avoid physical contact like reaching across the line, which can cause a technical foul."Despite the online debate, Stockton remained composed after the game. "I don’t really let it affect me ... I come home to my kids, my family," he said.
He added that his focus remains on building chemistry with his teammates and continuing to compete.
Amid the noise, Converge Head Coach Delta Pineda stood firmly behind his guard, emphasizing trust and development over criticism.
"'Wag nating anuhin ‘yung mga mistakes ng mga bata… lahat naman nagkakamali," Pineda said.
He stressed that the team continues to build confidence in its players, especially in pressure situations.
"Bini-build ko ‘yung confidence ... ayaw naming tingnan ‘yung ganung sitwasyon," he added.
Pineda also cited fatigue and limited rotation as factors, noting the heavy minutes carried by his players late in games.
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