Super Subs: NCAA's Best

The man on top of the stats sheets gets the Most Valuable Player trophy, the best new player is named Rookie of the Year, the average guy who suddenly blossomed into a key player is dubbed Most Improved, and four others who play different positions join the MVP in the Mythical Selection.

But most amateur leagues, including the NCAA, the country’s oldest collegiate league, never honor the cagers who have shone tremendously off the bench. No special mention in pre-game introductions, no prominent place in the end-of-season awards ceremony.

Spin.ph now finds it fit to honor these Super Subs and, in the course of the research, is happy to report that most of the sixth men standouts also happen to be the best in the league this season (The list is limited to players who came off the bench in more than half of their total games in Season 88).

1. Baser Amer (21 games, only one as starter)

The shifty sophomore playmaker from Davao typified what a prototypical sixth man should be. A substitute in all but one game in Season 88, Amer provided the spark and leadership San Beda needed to finish off their opponents. Averaging an all-around 10 points, 5.7 assists, 4.9 rebounds, and one steal in 26 minutes per game this season, Amer drew praise from coach Ronnie Magsanoc, a big-time scorer during his playing days in the PBA. “He has a different package and is going to be a full-fledged star in the near future.” click here for the complete list.

source: SpinPh