Converge is coming off a win over Phoenix in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup.
Justine Baltazar and Converge FiberXers will try to ride their winning momentum into a major test as they clash with the Magnolia Hotshots on Wednesday, April 9.
Gametime is set at 5 p.m. at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum — a special gameday celebrating the PBA’s 50th anniversary.
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Converge (1-1) is coming off a confidence-boosting 92-83 win over Phoenix, where the FiberXers showcased their defensive grit and balanced attack to notch their first win of the Philippine Cup.
Now, they aim to make it two in a row — but it won’t be easy.
Standing in their way is a deep and healthy Magnolia squad (1-0) led by Mark Barroca, Paul Lee, and Zavier Lucero, who are fresh off a statement win against Blackwater.
For the young FiberXers, this will be an early litmus test for how far their developing core can go against one of the league’s most seasoned contenders — and on the PBA’s golden milestone, Converge is out to prove they belong on the big stage.
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(With reports from Jan Ballesteros)
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