The TNT Tropang Giga and Barangay Ginebra San Miguel meet for the first time since figuring in the thrilling PBA Season 49 Governors’ Cup Finals.
TNT Tropang Giga tackle Barangay Ginebra San Miguel in a highly-anticipated clash in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup on Friday, January 17, at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig.
Match kicks off at 7:30 p.m., with both squads eager to bolster their playoff campaigns.
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Currently 5-2, TNT is riding high on a five-game winning streak after starting the conference with back-to-back losses.
Their recent triumph was a hard-fought 94-87 victory over sister team NLEX, where Rondae Hollis-Jefferson once again displayed his MVP-caliber form, anchoring both offense and defense.
This matchup marks the first meeting between the two powerhouses since their thrilling best-of-seven finale in the Governors’ Cup, where TNT emerged victorious.
The Tropang Giga aim to extend their momentum against a Ginebra side hungry to regain their winning ways.
With playoff implications on the line, expect another intense showdown between these storied franchises.
(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.]