La Tenorio Illness and Health Update, What Happened to La Tenorio? Is La Tenorio Diagnosed with Stage 3 Colon Cancer?
by Kowsalya
Updated Mar 22, 2023
La Tenorio Illness and Health Update
LA Tenorio, the beloved point guard for Barangay Ginebra, has been diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer, a condition that was not previously disclosed to the public. Initially, it was reported that Tenorio was ruled out for the remainder of the PBA Governors’ Cup last March 1 due to a groin injury. However, in a statement released on the PBA website on Tuesday, Tenorio revealed the real reason for his "sudden absence." He expressed his apologies to his teammates, coaches, the PBA, fans, media, and friends for the misunderstanding.
Tenorio revealed that he was recently diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer, and the initial testing led him to instantly miss practices and games. He underwent surgery last week and is set to undergo treatment for the next few months. Despite the challenges he is facing, Tenorio remains optimistic about his situation and has already set his sights on returning to the court for "Iron Man 2." The news of Tenorio's condition has sent shockwaves throughout the PBA community, with fans and fellow players offering their support and well-wishes to the beloved point guard. Many are rallying around him as he begins his journey toward recovery and is hopeful that he will make a full and speedy recovery.
What Happened to La Tenorio?
LA Tenorio, the "Iron Man" of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) and point guard for Barangay Ginebra, has been diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer. The 38-year-old revealed the diagnosis in a statement released on the PBA's website on Tuesday. Tenorio had played in 744 consecutive games, setting the PBA record for the longest streak, before sitting out his first game against the Meralco Bolts on March 1, citing an abdominal injury he sustained during the finals of the 2023 PBA Commissioner's Cup. Despite the diagnosis, Tenorio has expressed his intention to make a comeback for "Iron Man 2
Is La Tenorio Diagnosed with Stage 3 Colon Cancer?
On Tuesday, LA Tenorio made a shocking revelation that he has been diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer. The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) veteran announced in a statement that he had to miss practices and games three weeks ago due to the initial testing. He completed his surgery last week and will undergo treatment for the next few months. Tenorio expressed regret for using the injury he sustained during the Commissioner's Cup Finals last January as an excuse for his sudden absence. The Barangay Ginebra star remains positive and thankful for the support of his family, friends, and fans during this difficult time.
Who is La Tenorio?
Lewis Alfred Vasquez Tenorio, born on July 9, 1984, is a Filipino professional basketball player who currently plays for the Barangay Ginebra San Miguel team in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA). He also serves as an assistant coach for the Letran Knights in the NCAA. During his time playing in Alaska, he earned the nicknames Showtime, attributed to his impressive speed, scoring ability, and skills, and The Tinyente, which came from his initials (L.T.). With Barangay Ginebra, he is known as GINeral, which combines the team's product, gin, and his exceptional point guard skills and passing ability.
La Tenorio Stat
Year
Team
GP
MPG
FG%
3P%
FT%
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
PPG
2006–07
San Miguel
62
22.3
.363
.297
.824
2.5
3.1
1.0
.0
8.2
2007–08
Magnolia
39
28.4
.405
.338
.701
3.6
4.5
1.2
.1
8.6
2007–08
Alaska
39
28.4
.405
.338
.701
3.6
4.5
1.2
.1
8.6
2008–09
Alaska
47
33.3
.712
.312
.785
4.2
4.7
1.1
.0
11.0
2009–10
Alaska
62
35.3
.399
.337
.844
4.6
4.6
1.2
.0
12.8
2010–11
Alaska
42
35.5
.394
.378
.833
4.8
4.5
1.3
.1
13.5
2011–12
Alaska
35
36.1
.373
.246
.800
5.4
5.4
1.2
.1
14.0
2012–13
Barangay Ginebra
52
36.0
.364
.297
.753
5.0
5.8
1.5
.1
14.0
2013–14
Barangay Ginebra
43
32.8
.376
.275
.830
4.3
5.5
1.3
.1
11.2
2014–15
Barangay Ginebra
37
29.2
.382
.333
.793
4.3
3.9
1.5
.0
10.0
2015–16
Barangay Ginebra
49
33.7
.433
.387
.804
4.1
4.5
1.2
.1
13.0
2016–17
Barangay Ginebra
64
34.3
.403
.370
.780
3.5
4.7
1.3
.0
14.2
2017–18
Barangay Ginebra
57
35.9
.372
.335
.837
3.5
4.6
1.6
.1
12.5
2019
Barangay Ginebra
52
35.4
.387
.361
.863
3.3
4.6
1.2
.0
11.8
2020
Barangay Ginebra
22
31.3
.423
.400
.750
2.9
4.6
.8
.1
9.6
2021
Barangay Ginebra
36
37.8
.405
.338
.853
3.3
5.0
.5
.1
12.7
Career
699
33.1
.401
.333
.803
3.9
4.6
1.2
.1
11.9
La Tenorio Illness and Health Update - FAQs
LA Tenorio is a professional basketball player from the Philippines who plays for the Barangay Ginebra San Miguel in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA).
LA Tenorio is known for being a skilled point guard, and for his record-breaking streak of playing in 744 consecutive games, the longest in PBA history.
LA Tenorio is known by several nicknames, including "Iron Man" for his consecutive games streak, and "GINeral" for his great skills as a point guard and passing ability.
LA Tenorio recently announced that he has been diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer, and will be undergoing treatment for the next few months.