January 08, 2026

TNT razes Meralco for 2-0 lead in PBA Philippine Cup semis series

TNT razes Meralco for 2-0 lead in PBA Philippine Cup semis series
TNT Tropang 5G's Calvin Oftana (left) and Bong Quinto of the Meralco Bolts | Photo: RM Chua/One Sports

TNT blazed to a sizzling start on its way to crushing Meralco, 109-92, in Game 2 of the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup semifinals at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Cubao Wednesday, Jan. 7.

The Tropang 5G raced off to a 21-10 start to seize control and eventually take a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven series.

 

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TNT will go for a commanding 3-0 advantage when the two teams collide in Game 3, Friday, Jan. 9, at the same venue.


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.


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