The San Miguel Beermen look to build on their first win as they take on Ginebra in the PBA's first game back in Dubai after six years for the Season 50 Philippine Cup.
Cjay Perez and the San Miguel Beermen look to build on their first win of the conference as they face Barangay Ginebra in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup’s first overseas matchup at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai on Sunday, Oct. 26.
Tip off is at 11:00 p.m. (PH time).
The defending champions (1-2) are fresh off a dominant 111-93 win over Rain or Shine — a much-needed boost after back-to-back losses to open the season.
Perez led the way with 23 points, while Marcio Lassiter added 18 behind three triples.
Nine-time MVP June Mar Fajardo also continued his strong start, finishing with 17 points and 14 rebounds.
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San Miguel used a strong second quarter, outscoring the Elasto Painters 24-15, before cruising to a 25-point lead in the final frame.
The Beermen are eager to carry that momentum to Dubai and even their record.
However, Ginebra (1-2) stands in the way, also looking to rebound from an 89-75 loss to Meralco last time out.
With both powerhouse teams needing a win to stay within striking distance of the leaders, fans in Dubai are in for a fiery showdown between two of the PBA’s most popular squads.
(With reports from Jan Ballesteros)
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