Author: x410

PBA

June Mar Fajardo, the six-time PBA Most Valuable Player, has made a triumphant return—both physically and mentally—to his dominant form. Once plagued by injury, Fajardo is now pain-free and back to doing what he does best: anchoring the San Miguel Beermen with his signature double-double performances and unmatched inside presence. “Wala ng injury,” Fajardo said, emphasizing his renewed health and mindset as the Beermen gear up for the crucial end stretch of their PBA Philippine Cup semifinal clash against Barangay Ginebra. Game 4 Breakthrough: A Statement Win In Game 4, San Miguel delivered a powerful statement with a 107-82 blowout…

Read More
PBA

The TNT Tropang Giga are on the verge of advancing to the PBA Philippine Cup Finals, yet the road there has been anything but easy. With injuries piling up and their opponent, Rain or Shine Elasto Painters, refusing to back down, TNT finds itself leaning heavily on resilience, depth, and sheer will to push through. TNT will attempt to close out the best-of-seven semifinal series this Friday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, holding a 3-1 lead following a dominant 108-92 victory in Game 4. A win in Game 5 would not only seal their Finals ticket but also provide a…

Read More
PBA

Rain or Shine Aims to Level Series Against TNT in Crucial Game 4 Showdown Guiao’s Squad Looks to Sustain Momentum and Rewrite the Narrative The Rain or Shine Elasto Painters are on the brink of rewriting the script of their ongoing PBA Philippine Cup semifinals matchup against the powerhouse TNT Tropang Giga. After a statement victory in Game 3, the Elasto Painters are determined to carry that momentum into Game 4, set for Wednesday at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. With the best-of-seven series now standing at 2-1 in favor of TNT, Rain or Shine is not just eyeing…

Read More

PBA Semifinals Game 4 Preview: Ginebra Looks to Build Momentum, San Miguel Aims to Regroup A Much-Needed Break for Both Teams After an intense stretch of three games in just five days, both Barangay Ginebra and San Miguel Beermen welcomed the two-day breather leading up to Game 4 of the PBA Philippine Cup semifinals. For Ginebra head coach Tim Cone, the pause is essential, especially given his preference for a short rotation, with his core players logging heavy minutes. San Miguel, meanwhile, benefitted as well — particularly injured star June Mar Fajardo, who’s nursing a calf strain. The extra rest…

Read More

PBA Semifinals Heats Up: Ginebra and San Miguel Brace for Crucial Game 3 Showdown Deadlock Broken, Stakes Raised The PBA Philippine Cup semifinals are in full swing as the San Miguel Beermen and Barangay Ginebra Kings head into Game 3 of their best-of-seven series all tied up at 1-1. After two intense matchups played in front of enthusiastic crowds—Game 1 at the MOA Arena and Game 2 at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium—the stage is now set for what promises to be an even more electrifying battle at the Smart Araneta Coliseum this Sunday. Both powerhouse squads have felt each other…

Read More

TNT Holds 2-0 Lead Amid Adversity, Rain or Shine Eyes Critical Game 3 Bounce-Back Manila, Philippines – June 29, 2025 TNT Tropang Giga has once again shown its resilience under pressure, pulling off a gritty 113-105 overtime win against Rain or Shine in Game 2 of the PBA Philippine Cup semifinals last Friday. The victory gave the Tropang Giga a commanding 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven series — a win made even more impressive given the early exit of key player Roger Pogoy due to a suspected hamstring injury. TNT Focused Despite Pogoy’s Absence Pogoy’s injury, sustained in the opening…

Read More

Rain or Shine’s Caracut Emphasizes Rebounding Woes After Game 1 Loss to TNT TNT’s Dominance on the Glass Spells Trouble for Elasto Painters Rain or Shine guard Andre Caracut didn’t mince words following their 98-91 defeat at the hands of the TNT Tropang Giga in Game 1 of their PBA Philippine Cup semifinals series. For the veteran point guard, the key factor in the Elasto Painters’ loss was simple and clear: rebounding. TNT controlled the boards with a staggering 59-44 advantage, effectively stifling Rain or Shine’s usually deadly transition game. Caracut pointed out that this imbalance crippled their chances to…

Read More

Ginebra Eyes Momentum Boost After Game 1 Thriller Against San Miguel Kings Look to Capitalize on Narrow Win as Beermen Aim to Bounce Back The Advantage of a Head Start Getting ahead early in a playoff series can set the tone for what’s to come — a truth not lost on Barangay Ginebra coach Tim Cone. With a best-of-seven grind ahead against the formidable San Miguel Beermen, Cone knows just how valuable their Game 1 victory could prove to be. “It’s always nice to have the lead in a series,” Cone said, highlighting how even a slight edge can help…

Read More
PBA

Never-Say-Die Spirit Fuels Ginebra’s Clutch Victory Barangay Ginebra once again proved why their “Never-Say-Die” mantra is more than just a slogan. In an intense and gritty showdown at the Mall of Asia Arena on Wednesday night, the Gin Kings clawed their way back from an 18-point deficit to steal Game 1 of the PBA Philippine Cup semifinals against the San Miguel Beermen, 73–71. It was far from a perfect game for both teams, but Ginebra’s resilience, timely defense, and clutch shot-making turned what could’ve been a disaster into a thrilling victory. Beermen Dominate Early, But Offense Falters Late San…

Read More
PBA

A Powerful Start to the Semifinal Showdown The TNT Tropang Giga opened their PBA Philippine Cup semifinal series with a strong statement, carving out a hard-fought 98-91 victory over the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters on Wednesday at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Veteran guard Roger Pogoy spearheaded the win with a game-high 28 points, stepping up when his team needed him most in the final frame. With the best-of-seven series underway, TNT drew first blood thanks to their composure in the fourth quarter, solid team effort, and timely execution. Pogoy, who had 13 points in the fourth quarter…

Read More