TSAI ON THE BLOCK?!

Binondo (AP) - Are RBK Cobras serious about giving up on Arnold Tsai?

Tsai, a once top prospect and franchise player, is rumored to be on the go after GM Cheng launched an online poll regarding what to do with his top prized free agent pickup last 2004. After posting 2 winning records in 2007 and 2008 thanks largely to the development of Tsai, Cheng is keen on revamping his roster after suffering a disastrous 2009 and a slow start this 2010.

"Unfortunately, ever since I put the guy into the franchise player role, he became extremely confident. It was like Andray Blatche of the NBA. He started become complacent and a liability on defense." Cheng said. After wowing everyone after he signed Tsai to a 7 year contract last 2004, Cheng now looks bad on paper after his team is placed last on the points allowed per game, and there's only one person to blame.

"Obviously when they played zone defense, we seldom see three people inside the lane. There's always one missing. Also during fastbreak defense, we NEVER see him running and hustling on defense. Plus, his offensive production has dipped." an unidentified source revealed. There's also sighting that which no player ever done in the court, like stealing the substitution from your teammate. "Obviously, the guy is now arrogant. But he's gifted with an offensive skills. For sure, there are interested teams that might want his services but I'm not sure if he can fit the bill. GM Cheng has given him the opportunity to shine but now I wonder which GM would give him another shot of being franchise player." another unidentified source said.

GM Cheng has his pair of criticism including his draft day busts, Patrick Cheng and Ericson Ty. He made up his reputation by signing Tsai to a multi-year contract and signed defensive stopper Jose Peewa Abrencillo also to a multi-year contract. His patience paid off as these two players have blossomed into great players. Lim evolved into a natural point guard and Chan has become one of the deadliest shooters of all time. "I think without a doubt that if I picked great players like Enriquez, Dy or anybody, these people would not have been exposed and developed into great players." Cheng said.

Now, he's ready to break the bond between him and Tsai.

"It's about winning. Fans made it clear that they're not happy with the way he's performing. Another good thing is that he already has an expiring contract. Trading him to Quackies for low profile players such as Michael Avelino or potpot makes sense before splashing to next year's free agent class." Cheng added.

One thing's for sure. Tsai would surely add offensive firepower to the team he will be dealt to. But, defensively, there's a slight problem.

For now.