The TNT Tropang Giga face a familiar foe as they once again tangle with Rain or Shine in the PBA Commissioner's Cup semifinals.
The TNT Tropang Giga begin their latest championship pursuit when they take on the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters in Game 1 of the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup semifinals Wednesday at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum.
TNT, the no. 2 seed, enters the series with confidence, having eliminated Eastern in the quarterfinals with ease.
The Tropang Giga also have recent history on their side, winning their last playoff meeting against Rain or Shine, 4-1, in the Governors’ Cup semifinals.
Led by Rondae Hollis-Jefferson, TNT’s firepower remains strong with key contributions expected from RR Pogoy, Calvin Oftana, Jayson Castro, and Rey Nambatac.
Their mix of experience and firepower will be crucial as they look to control the pace early in the series.
With Rain or Shine looking to pull off an upset, TNT will need a strong start to assert dominance and move one step closer to another PBA Finals appearance.
Tip off is set for 5:00 p.m. from the Big Dome.
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