The road to glory will be quite a challenge for the NLEX Road Warriors, who are on a collision course against defending PBA Philippine Cup champion San Miguel Beermen.
The NLEX Road Warriors are determined to start their PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup campaign on a strong note as they battle the defending champions San Miguel Beermen on Wednesday, Oct. 8.
The match commences at 7:30 p.m. at the Ynares Center in Antipolo.
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After a promising start last season that saw them finish tied with San Miguel atop the eliminations, the Road Warriors faltered in the playoffs, suffering back-to-back losses to Rain or Shine in the quarterfinals.
That early exit remains fresh in their minds — and it’s fueling their bid for redemption this year.
Armed with valuable experience and a renewed sense of urgency, NLEX aims to prove it can stand toe-to-toe with the league’s elite.
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At the forefront of their campaign is Robert Bolick, the dynamic guard who was in MVP contention last season after leading the Road Warriors in scoring and playmaking.
His leadership, shot-making, and composure in clutch moments will once again be the team’s anchor as they take on the mighty Beermen.
With Bolick’s brilliance, improved chemistry, and a chip on their shoulders, the Road Warriors are out to show that last season’s stumble was just a learning curve.
A win over the reigning champions would not only mark a statement start to their Season 50 campaign but also signal that NLEX is ready to rise among the contenders in the All-Filipino wars.
(With reports from Jan Ballesteros)
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[Editor's note: This article was written by a member of the One Sports Digital with the help of AI, and then checked by the staff to ensure accuracy.]