Ginebra is up 7-2 in its playoff matchups against Meralco since 2016 as both champion teams take on each other once again, this time in the PBA Commissioner's Cup quarterfinals.
Barangay Ginebra San Miguel Gin Kings open their best-of-three quarterfinal series against the Meralco Bolts in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup on Wednesday, February 5.
The match starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
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Ginebra secured the fourth seed after finishing the eliminations with an 8-4 record, while Meralco settled at 7-5 for the fifth spot.
The Gin Kings have long dominated their postseason rivalry with the Bolts, winning seven of their last nine playoff meetings since the 2016 Governors’ Cup Finals.
In their elimination round encounter, RJ Abarrientos provided a spark off the bench, helping Ginebra escape with a 91-87 victory over Meralco.
Now, with another playoff battle looming, Ginebra hopes to maintain its edge and move a step closer to the semifinals.
Expect another intense Ginebra-Meralco showdown, as the Gin Kings look to impose their will once again and the Bolts seek to turn the tide in their favor.
(With reports from Jan Ballesteros)
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