Strong Start for Ginebra After a Long Break Despite being separated for over two weeks due to national team commitments, Barangay Ginebra Kings showed no signs of rust as they secured a dominant 115-93 victory over the NorthPort Batang Pier in Game 1 of their PBA Commissioner’s Cup semifinal series at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Third-Quarter Breakaway Secures the Win After holding a slim 56-51 halftime lead, Ginebra exploded in the third quarter with a massive 32-14 run, spearheaded by Justin Brownlee, Troy Rosario, Jamie Malonzo, Scottie Thompson, and Japeth Aguilar. This offensive surge pushed the lead to 88-65 entering…
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NorthPort vs. Ginebra: A Clash of Breakthrough and Tradition Who Made the Most of the Break? After a 16-day pause following the PBA Commissioner’s Cup elimination round, NorthPort Batang Pier and Barangay Ginebra are set to clash in the semifinals. The long break allowed teams to prepare, but the real test will be their determination and ability to execute on game day. NorthPort’s Quest for a Historic First Finals Appearance NorthPort enters the semifinals as the top-seeded team with a 9-3 record, including a thrilling 119-116 win over Ginebra during the eliminations. The team, led by import Kadeem Jack,…
— GAME REPLAY — Late Rally Falls Short for Gilas Pilipinas Gilas Pilipinas suffered its first defeat in the FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers, falling to Chinese Taipei, 91-84, in front of a packed crowd at the Taipei Heiping Basketball Gymnasium. Despite a strong fourth-quarter rally, the Philippines couldn’t hold on in the closing minutes, allowing the home team to secure its first win over Gilas in nearly a decade. Thrilling Comeback Effort Trailing by 10 points in the fourth quarter, Gilas mounted a comeback, briefly taking the lead on a clutch three-pointer by Justine Brownlee, making it 80-79 with under…
Gilas Pilipinas Set for Final Window of Qualifiers Gilas Pilipinas continues its impressive run in the FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers, entering the third and final window with a perfect 4-0 record in Group B. Already securing their spot in the Asia Cup, the team now seeks to reaffirm its dominance over Chinese Taipei when they face off on Thursday, February 20, at the Taipei Heping Basketball Gymnasium. Previous Encounter: A One-Sided Victory In their first matchup back in February 2024, Gilas Pilipinas crushed Chinese Taipei with a 106-53 win. Justin Brownlee and Kai Sotto spearheaded the team’s dominance, delivering all-around…
Training Camp Kicks Off in Qatar Gilas Pilipinas begins a high-stakes training camp in Doha, Qatar, starting with a friendly match against the Qatar national team at the University of Qatar. The game is set for Saturday at 1:30 a.m., marking the first of three exhibition games aimed at sharpening their roster for the upcoming FIBA Asia Cup. The Filipino squad arrived in Qatar on Thursday night, ready to begin their preparations. Roster Updates: Sotto Sidelined, Malonzo & Edu Return The team will miss the presence of Kai Sotto, who is still recovering from ACL surgery. However, the return of…
On November 27, 2024, the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) witnessed a historic matchup between the Eastern Basketball Team and the Phoenix Fuel Masters at the PhilSports Arena. This game marked Eastern’s debut in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup, introducing a new dynamic to the league. Team Backgrounds Eastern, a prominent team from Hong Kong, entered the PBA as a guest team, aiming to showcase their talent on a broader stage. Their roster boasted a mix of seasoned players and emerging talents, all eager to make a mark in the league. The inclusion of Eastern in the PBA not only…