After a near upset against Ginebra, the Blackwater Bossing will hope to complete a stunner against San Miguel in the PBA Philippine Cup.
Fresh off a near-upset of one of the league’s top teams, the Blackwater Bossing will try to ride their renewed confidence into a tough test against the streaking San Miguel Beermen in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup on Sunday, May 25.
The match starts at 5:00 p.m. at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig.
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Though mired in a 1-6 hole and on a four-game skid, Blackwater nearly pulled off a shocker two days ago, falling just short against Ginebra in a 99-101 thriller.
Coach Jeff Cariaso saw inspired performances from Sedrick Barefield, RK Ilagan, and Christian David, offering hope that the Bossing might be turning a corner.
Barefield erupted for 32 points, six rebounds, and six assists, while Ilagan caught fire from deep with 24 points and two clutch triples. David also added punch with 15 points on three treys.
The Beermen (5-2), winners of their last two games including a 128-89 rout of Terrafirma, present a daunting challenge—but if Blackwater can bring the same fire they showed against Ginebra, an upset isn’t off the table.
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(With reports from Jan Ballesteros)
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