Defending champion TNT looks to put Rain or Shine in a bind as the PBA Governors' Cup semifinals continue with Game 3 in Cavite.
TNT looks for a haymaker.
The Tropang Giga are looking to take full control of their best-of-seven semifinals series against the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters when they clash in Game 3 of the PBA Season 49 Governors’ Cup Sunday in Dasmariñas, Cavite.
The defending champions currently hold a commanding 2-0 lead after a dominant 108-91 victory in Game 2, where they led by as many as 26 points.
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TNT turned the tide in the third quarter, outscoring Rain or Shine 38-21 to break open what had been a close contest in the first half.
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson spearheaded the charge with 23 points and eight rebounds, while Calvin Oftana posted a double-double with 18 points and 14 boards.
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Rey Nambatac also contributed 17 points, six rebounds, and four assists for TNT, helping the team inch closer to a Finals appearance.
A win in Game 3 would give TNT a near-insurmountable lead. The Tropang Giga will go for three in row with a 7:30 p.m. tip off in Cavite.
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