1997 PBA All-Filipino Cup
The 1997 Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) All-Filipino Cup was the first conference of the 1997 PBA season. It started on February 16 and ended on May 25, 1997. The tournament is an All-Filipino format, which doesn't require an import or a pure-foreign player for each team. Format. The following format will be observed for the duration of the conference: Elimination round. Team standings. Semifinals. Team standings.