The 6-foot-1 Cabagnot, who began his career in 2005 as Sta. Lucia’s second overall pick, is searching for his first championship – probably in the Whopper’s side – in his four-year career in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA).

“It’s a new system for me, so I’m still adjusting and learning to coach Yeng’s new system,” said the rising star playmaker.  “In Coca-Cola, we used to set up Asi (Taulava) in our plays and our shooters as well. Now, it’s a different game for us.”

Burger King is a known run-and-gun team since its early years as FedEx Express in 2002.

Cabagnot and Gonzales, of course, are both fitted in the system.

“I think I can help a lot to this team,” said Gonzales, who started his career with FedEx in 2004 before transferring to San Miguel Beer in 2006 and Coca-Cola in 2009. “I’m hoping my return here in this ball club would mean a new thing to my career.”

Cabagnot, who averaged 13.6 points and 5.6 assists per game last conference for Coca-Cola, is expected to shine alongside Gonzales, Ronjay Buenafe, Beau Belga and 10-year veteran Richard Yee, among other teammates in his coming games.

Although his debut was ruined by ‘spotty officiating,’ Cabagnot is not giving up to lead Burger King to victories, as what the entire team’s purpose when he was acquired via trade along with Gonzales for Gary David and Chico Lanete.

Cabagnot led the Whopper last Friday in his debut with 17 points and nine rebounds, while Gonzales finished with 13 points, but Sta. Lucia defeated Burger King, 83-79.

The Whopper’s new players will try to redeem their team anew when they battle crowd-favorite Ginebra on Sunday at the Araneta Coliseum.

“That’s the biggest challenge for us because you’re not playing only with one team but you need also to defy the huge crowd,” said Cabagnot. “Ginebra also loves to run and strong inside. We need to adjust and play strong defense.”

But Cabagnot and Gonzales are hopeful that they are familiar with the team’s effective plays defensively and offensively.

 “It’s just a matter of confidence,” said Gonzales. “I’m sure if we play as a team, there’s a possibility of winning and upsetting a huge crowd. However, being complacent has no place on Sunday.”