While the two straight losses are not a cause for panic, the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters need to do something to arrest the slide in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup.
The Rain or Shine Elasto Painters are eager to get back on track as they face NorthPort Batang Pier in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup on Thursday, January 16, at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig.
Game time is set for 5 p.m.
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Rain or Shine (5-3) finds itself on a two-game skid, with recent losses to Phoenix (91-83) and Converge (103-96).
Against Converge, the Elasto Painters struggled to contain Alec Stockton, who erupted for 17 points in the fourth quarter alone, derailing Rain or Shine’s efforts to regain its winning ways.
Led by Deon Thompson and a young core featuring Adrian Nocum and Jhonard Clarito, Rain or Shine is determined to regain its early-season form and solidify its position in the playoff race.
Standing in their way are the formidable Batang Pier (7-2), who aim to maintain their push for a twice-to-beat advantage.
(With reports from Jan Ballesteros)
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