Scottie Thompson calls Tenorio's exit a 'Sayang'

Scottie Thompson expressed regret that he and Barangay Ginebra did not gift LA Tenorio a championship exit with the team, calling the missed opportunity a "Sayang" or a pity.

Thompson was surprised by Tenorio's appointment as the new head coach of the Magnolia Hotshots.

Tenorio had been Thompson's mentor since he entered the PBA, guiding him to numerous individual awards and seven championships.

However, Thompson revealed that Tenorio had hinted at his potential departure from Ginebra during their Philippine Cup semifinals series.

Tenorio motivated the team during their last games, expressing hope that they would reach the Finals as they never knew how long he would stay with Ginebra.

Thompson felt mixed emotions about Tenorio's move to Magnolia, but is overjoyed for his former teammate.