The Magnolia Hotshots are in a win-or-go-home situation as the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup elimination round enters its final stretch.
The Magnolia Hotshots aim to reignite their campaign when they face the Phoenix Fuel Masters in a must-win showdown in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup on Thursday, January 16, at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig.
Match starts at 7:30 p.m.
Magnolia (3-6) is coming off an 85-78 loss to the San Miguel Beermen, a result that underscored their struggle to find consistency this conference.
With only a handful of games left in the elimination round, the 11th place Hotshots need to turn things around quickly to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Anchored by steady performances from Mark Barroca and Ricardo Ratliffe, Magnolia will need a total team effort to outlast a Phoenix squad also fighting to save their conference.
This clash of desperate teams promises an intense battle, as both look to stay in the hunt for a coveted playoff spot.
(With reports from Jan Ballesteros)
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