Teams Fighting for Playoff Survival
Phoenix Fuel Masters (3-7) and Blackwater Bossing (2-8) face off on Tuesday at the Ynares Center in Antipolo, battling to keep their playoff hopes alive in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup. Phoenix, ranked 11th, aims for a fourth win, while 12th-ranked Blackwater seeks a third victory to remain in contention.
Quarterfinal Picture
Four teams—Converge (8-3), Meralco (7-3), NorthPort (7-3), and Hong Kong Eastern (7-3)—have secured playoff spots. TNT (6-2), Rain or Shine (6-3), and Barangay Ginebra (6-4) are one win away from qualification. The remaining teams, except winless Terrafirma (0-11), are in a tight race for the last playoff spots.
Implications of Tuesday’s Match
- Phoenix’s Scenario: A win over Blackwater could bring them closer to the cluster of teams with four victories and position them for a potential fifth win in their next game against TNT.
- Blackwater’s Scenario: A victory against Phoenix would give them three wins, with a chance to secure a fourth against NorthPort on Saturday.
Challenges Ahead
Even with wins, Phoenix and Blackwater’s playoff chances could be thwarted if other teams secure six victories. Despite the odds, both teams remain determined to fight until the end.
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