Rain or Shine returns from a lengthy breather hoping it can sustain its impressive form in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup.
Rain or Shine aims to tighten its grip on the top spot when it clashes with fellow leader Converge in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup Sunday, Dec. 7.
Tip off is at 7:30 p.m. at the Ynares Sports Center in Montalban.
[WATCH: PBA LIVESTREAM: Rain or Shine Elasto Painters vs Converge FiberXers | Philippine Cup]
Both teams enter the contest at 6-2, as they form a four-way tie at the summit with San Miguel and NLEX.
If the Road Warriors win in the 5:15 p.m. curtain-raiser against Magnolia, they could first break free from the deadlock — adding even more weight to the main game.
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The Elasto Painters will ride the momentum of their dramatic 91-89 escape act over TNT in Cagayan de Oro.
RoS anchored on soon-to-retire Gabe Norwood's vintage all-around performance of 16 points, nine rebounds, five assists and a steal.
Gian Mamuyac also stepped up with 14 points, three rebounds, two assists and a block, as the Elasto Painters clawed their way back and held firm late to secure the win.
Already assured of a quarterfinal berth, Rain or Shine now sets its sights on a Top-Four finish in the elims for the twice-to-beat bonus.
But it will need to cool down the red-hot FiberXers, who are riding a three-game winning streak.
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Watch the livestream of the match on One Sports' YouTube channel or on the Pilipinas Live app or website.
(With reports from Jan Ballesteros)
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[Editor’s note: This article was written by a member of One Sports Digital with the help of AI and reviewed by editorial staff for accuracy.]