The NorthPort Batang Pier are eager to collect win no. 8 in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup.
The NorthPort Batang Pier are determined to rebound as they face the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup on Thursday, January 16, at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig.
Tip-off is at 5 p.m.
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NorthPort (7-2) saw its momentum derailed in a humbling 111-94 defeat to the Meralco Bolts last Tuesday, January 14.
The loss snapped their winning run and served as a wake-up call for the Batang Pier, who are still in prime position to secure a twice-to-beat advantage in the playoffs.
Led by the dynamic trio of Kadeem Jack, Arvin Tolentino, and Joshua Munzon, NorthPort will aim to reassert its dominance against a suddenly reeling Rain or Shine squad (5-3).
With playoff implications at stake, expect the Batang Pier to come out firing as they look to solidify their top-tier status in the standings.
(With reports from Jan Ballesteros)
[Editor's note: This article was written by a member of the One Sports Digital with the help of AI, and then checked by the staff to ensure accuracy.]