Phoenix is already out of the playoff race, but it is eager to end its PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup campaign on a high note.
Also-ran Phoenix turns its focus to finishing strong as it takes on Titan Ultra in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup action Sunday, Dec. 14.
Match starts at 5:15 p.m. at the Ynares Sports Center in Antipolo.
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The Fuel Masters bowed out of the contention following their 78-88 loss to Meralco — their seventh against three losses for the tenth spot — two days ago.
Against the Bolts, Jason Perkins and Prince Rivero scored 13 points each, but Phoenix struggled to sustain momentum in the closing stretch.
Now with nothing to lose, the Fuel Masters could become a thorn in the side of a Titan team still clinging to postseason aspirations.
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Determined to close its conference with pride, Phoenix will play the role of a spoiler against the Giant Risers, who are fighting for the last two playoff spots with Ginebra and Meralco.
Titan is still mathematically in the race with its 3-6 record at ninth.
With pressure off, the Fuel Masters have every reason to empty the tank and make things difficult for a Titan side desperate for survival.
(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.]