The battle between TNT Tropang Giga and Barangay Ginebra Kings in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup Finals is shaping up to be a long and intense series. Both teams are preparing for a grueling best-of-seven showdown, acknowledging that every game will be a test of skill, endurance, and strategy.
Defensive Battle Expected to Define the Series
Game 3, scheduled for Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig, is crucial as both teams vie for a pivotal 2-1 series lead. TNT’s Calvin Oftana emphasized that the series will likely be a hard-fought defensive battle, with both teams showcasing their ability to limit scoring opportunities.
“Pagandahan ng depensa ang magiging tema kasi both teams talagang grabe dumepensa.” (Defense will be the key theme because both teams are excellent defensively.)
The low-scoring nature of Game 2, where Ginebra narrowly escaped with a 71-70 victory, reinforces this expectation.
TNT and Ginebra Looking to Improve
TNT started strong with a 95-89 victory in Game 1, but Ginebra bounced back to even the series. Ginebra coach Tim Cone acknowledged that while their defense was solid in Game 2, their offense still needs improvement:
“We still don’t feel we played that well of a game on the offensive side, so we feel there’s a lot of improvement.”
Both teams are expected to make adjustments, ensuring a high-level battle in Game 3 and beyond.
Players’ Perspective: A Tough Series Ahead
Ginebra’s Justin Brownlee echoed Cone’s sentiments, predicting a defense-heavy series where some games might be won in an “ugly” fashion. Meanwhile, TNT’s Rondae Hollis-Jefferson believes that neither side will back down, promising a competitive and hard-fought series until the very end.
With both teams locked in and determined to gain the upper hand, fans can expect a thrilling contest in Game 3 as the race to four wins intensifies.
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