Calvin Oftana and RR Pogoy fueled the TNT Tropang 5G's drive for a twice-to-beat advantage in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup.
Calvin Oftana and RR Pogoy set the tone early as TNT did not waste time in dealing exiting Blackwater a loss in their PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup tussle Friday, Dec. 19.
Oftana and Pogoy combined for seven three-pointers as the Tropang 5G seized control with a 35-25 lead at the end of the opener quarter which they never relinquished.
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At 7-3, TNT strengthened its solo hold of the third spot and is on track to secure a twice-to-beat incentive in the quarterfinals.
The Bossing closed out their campaign with their 10th straight loss against a solitary win.
The Tropang 5G could formalize their entry into the Top Four when they wrap up their elimination round assignment against Magnolia Sunday, Dec. 21.
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Like most sportswriters, Jan Ballesteros once dreamed of becoming a professional hooper. But he learned the hard way that it’s not for everyone.
He continues to be involved in the sport he loves, but this time as a member of the PBA Press Corps. Aside from primarily covering the PBA, he is also assigned to cover Gilas Pilipinas.