Defending champions San Miguel Beermen lost a narrow opener to NLEX in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup.
The San Miguel Beermen aim to shake off a narrow opening-day loss when they face the Phoenix Fuel Masters on Sunday, October 12.
Tip off is 7:30 p.m. at the Ynares Center in Antipolo in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup.
San Miguel fell 85-84 to NLEX in their season opener, with nine-time MVP June Mar Fajardo posting 18 points and 15 rebounds.
Don Trollano added 17 points, while Jericho Cruz chipped in 12 markers for the champs in a losing effort.
The Beermen are looking to recover quickly and assert themselves against a Phoenix squad that also lost its season opener.
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