September 22, 2024

NLEX goes for quarterfinals slot in crucial PBA clash against Ginebra

NLEX goes for quarterfinals slot in crucial PBA clash against Ginebra
NLEX controls its own playoff destiny in the PBA Governors' Cup, but Ginebra stands in the Road Warriors' way. Photo (c) PBA

A Sunday PBA game with major playoff implications, it couldn’t get better than this.

NLEX takes on Brgy. Ginebra Sunday at the Big Dome in one of the more crucial late-conference duels of the PBA Season 49 Governors’ Cup.

The Road Warriors are fighting for a playoff spot, while Ginebra is looking to solidify its standing for the quarterfinals, making this matchup vital for both sides.

NLEX, currently in 4th place in Group B with a 4-5 record, needs a win to secure the final spot in the quarterfinals.

Their victory over Phoenix in the last game, which snapped a four-game losing skid, revived their postseason chances.

[Related: NLEX wary of 'capable' Blackwater as both teams eye to make playoffs in Governors' Cup]

With the head-to-head tiebreaker over Blackwater (also 4-5), a win will confirm their playoff berth, adding enormous pressure on the Road Warriors to deliver.

Ginebra, sitting comfortably at 6-3, has already booked a quarterfinals spot. 

However, this game will help determine their final seeding, as the Gin Kings are looking at Meralco, Magnolia, or Converge as a possible quarterfinals opponent from Group A.

Coming off a bounce-back win over Phoenix after suffering a shocking 49-point defeat to San Miguel, Ginebra is keen to finish the eliminations strong and regain top form.

[Related: Coach Tim Cone pleased with how Ginebra responded after embarrassing 49-point loss to San Miguel]

For NLEX, everything is on the line as the Road Warriors look to punch their ticket to the playoffs, while Ginebra is playing for positioning and momentum heading into the quarterfinals.

Tip off will be at 7:30 p.m. live from the Smart Araneta Coliseum.


[Editor's note: This article was generated by a member of the One Sports Digital team using AI, and then checked by the staff to ensure accuracy.]

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