Defending champion Meralco Bolts look to build on their pulsating win over NorthPort in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup.
The Meralco Bolts look to ride the high of a dramatic comeback victory as they face the resurgent TNT Tropang 5G in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup on Sunday, May 11.
The main game begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
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Meralco (3-3) snapped a three-game slump with a thrilling 105-104 win over NorthPort just two days ago.
While Chris Newsome starred with 24 points and three steals to earn Player of the Game honors, it was Bong Quinto who delivered the decisive blow—driving past three defenders for the go-ahead bucket in the dying seconds.
Quinto finished with 17 points, nine boards, and two assists in the clutch performance.
Now back at .500, the Bolts aim to stay in the playoff mix, but standing in their way is a TNT squad (2-3) that has suddenly found its rhythm after a rough start, stringing together back-to-back wins.
With TNT hitting its stride and Meralco regaining form, Sunday’s matchup shapes up to be a pivotal test of poise, depth, and staying power.
(With reports from Jan Ballesteros)
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