Magnolia kept its playoff hopes alive with a resounding 129-92 victory over a short-handed Meralco squad in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup on Friday at the PhilSports Arena. The Hotshots capitalized on the absence of Bolts import Akil Mitchell, who missed his second straight game due to a back injury. Ratliffe Leads Balanced Attack Import Ricardo Ratliffe spearheaded Magnolia’s offensive explosion, posting 31 points and 19 rebounds. His performance, coupled with a well-rounded team effort, allowed the Hotshots to dominate from start to finish. Coach Chito Victolero expressed his pride in the team’s perseverance, emphasizing their hard work in practice. The…
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E-Painters, Tropang Giga Face Off in Crucial Elims Finale Rain or Shine (ROS) is in a tough position as they head into their final PBA Commissioner’s Cup elimination game against TNT Tropang Giga on Friday night at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig. After suffering consecutive losses, the Elasto Painters are making one last attempt to secure an outright quarterfinals spot. High Stakes for Rain or Shine A win guarantees ROS a spot in the quarterfinals and could even secure them a Top Six finish. A loss could drop them into a three-way tie (6-6) with NLEX and Magnolia, forcing a…
Magnolia Faces Must-Win Clash Against Meralco to Stay Alive Magnolia Hotshots are in a do-or-die battle as they face Meralco Bolts in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup at PhilSports Arena. The outcome of this game will determine whether Magnolia keeps its playoff hopes alive or faces an early exit. Meralco’s No-Bearing Game Meralco (7-4) is already locked into the No. 5 seed and a best-of-three quarterfinal matchup against Barangay Ginebra. While the game has no bearing on their standings, coach Luigi Trillo still sees it as an opportunity to prepare for the playoffs. However, Meralco may be missing import Akil…
Game Overview On January 29, 2025, Barangay Ginebra secured a hard-fought 91-87 victory over Meralco Bolts at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup. The win cemented Ginebra’s position as the fourth seed heading into the playoffs. Key Performers RJ Abarrientos led Ginebra with 17 points, showing strong offensive skills. Justin Brownlee contributed 15 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists. Stephen Holt added 13 points to the team’s scoring efforts. Meralco’s CJ Cansino led his team with 15 points, while Raymond Almazan recorded a double-double with 13 points and 13 rebounds. Game Highlights Ginebra controlled the game early,…
Watkins Leads NLEX to Crucial Victory Mike Watkins delivered a dominant performance with 41 points and 14 rebounds, propelling NLEX to a decisive 94-76 win over Hong Kong Eastern. The victory secured at least a playoff spot for the last PBA Commissioner’s Cup quarterfinal berth at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Bolick Overcomes Injury, Coach Uichico Pleased with Second-Half Intensity Robert Bolick contributed 21 points and eight assists despite sustaining a left ankle injury in the third quarter. He returned in the fourth, sinking a key three-pointer to help extend NLEX’s lead. Coach Jong Uichico expressed satisfaction with his team’s improved…
Bolts Eye Crucial Win Against Kings in PBA Commissioner’s Cup Key Matchup for Meralco’s Playoff Hopes The Meralco Bolts are aiming for a top spot in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup as they face Barangay Ginebra in a crucial matchup. Currently in third place, the Bolts can secure a twice-to-beat advantage in the quarterfinals if they win their last two games against Ginebra and Magnolia. Game Implications and Standings Meralco (7-3) will tie TNT Tropang Giga (8-3) for second place with a win on Wednesday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. They trail NorthPort Batang Pier (9-3) by just half a game.…
NLEX Aims for Quarterfinals Spot Against Eastern NLEX’s Path to the Playoffs NLEX Road Warriors seek an automatic quarterfinals berth in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup by securing a crucial win against Hong Kong Eastern at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. A victory would give NLEX a 6-6 record, likely securing a spot in the top eight, regardless of other game results. Possible Tiebreaker Scenarios If Magnolia and Rain or Shine also finish at 6-6, a logjam at No. 7 could occur, with tiebreakers determining placements. In the worst-case scenario, a loss could push NLEX into a triple tie at 5-7 with…
Magnolia’s Survival Mindset Magnolia Hotshots kept their playoff hopes alive with a commanding 107-78 win over Hong Kong Eastern in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup at the Ynares Center in Antipolo. Ricardo Ratliffe spearheaded the effort with 25 points and 16 rebounds, while coach Chito Victolero emphasized the team’s “survival” mentality and urgency in approaching the game. Defensive Strength and Team Execution Victolero credited their improved defense, calling it their “calling card,” as Magnolia limited Eastern to 31-of-70 shooting, forced 21 turnovers, and dominated the boards with a 52-39 rebounding advantage. Their recent 10-day break helped address key mistakes, strengthening their…
Decisive Victory Propels TNT to Solo Second Place TNT Tropang Giga secured a dominant 115-97 win over San Miguel Beermen in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup at the Ynares Sports Center in Antipolo. This crucial victory boosted TNT’s chances of clinching a Top Two finish and dropped San Miguel to the brink of elimination. The Tropang Giga capitalized on a strong first half, building a 17-point lead at halftime and extending it to as much as 20 points by the final buzzer. The win elevated TNT to solo second place with an 8-3 record, trailing NorthPort (9-3) but ahead of close…
TNT and San Miguel Brace for Crucial Match in PBA Commissioner’s Cup Match Overview TNT Tropang Giga and San Miguel Beermen are set for a high-stakes showdown at the Ynares Sports Center in Antipolo on Sunday at 7:30 PM. TNT aims to secure a Top Two finish and a twice-to-beat advantage in the quarterfinals, while San Miguel is fighting for the eighth and final playoff spot. TNT’s Perspective TNT (8-3) must win its remaining games against San Miguel and Rain or Shine to finish at 9-3. Despite potential victories, coach Chot Reyes remains cautious, stating their chances for a…