After falling to a 0-2 hole, Caelan Tiongson and the rest of Rain or Shine have finally got their bearings in their PBA PH Cup semis encounter with TNT.
On a high after a statement 107-86 win in Game 3 of the semifinals, Rain or Shine aim to keep its momentum going to level the series against TNT in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup Wednesday, July 2.
The match starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay.
After two tight losses to start the series, the Elasto Painters finally broke through — and in emphatic fashion.
Anton Asistio starred with 24 points, including four triples and two four-pointers, sparking an offensive barrage that the Tropang 5G could not contain.
Caelan Tiongson added his usual dose of hustle and scoring with 16 points and four rebounds.
RoS capitalized on the absence of RR Pogoy, who exited early in Game 2 with a left hamstring injury, skipped the next match and is doubtful for Game 4, according to TNT coach Chot Reyes.
With Tropang 5G missing a top weapon, the Elasto Painters clamped down on Calvin Oftana, limiting the high-scoring forward to 16 markers after his 39-point explosion in the previous game.
Rain or Shine also turned the tables defensively, forcing TNT into rushed shots and empty trips late in the game.
Coach Yeng Guiao and his young squad are now brimming with confidence as they seek to shift the pressure squarely back on the Tropang 5G.
(With reports from Jan Ballesteros)
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