TNT doesn’t intend on stopping now after scoring the first two victories against Meralco in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup semifinals.
Calvin Oftana looks to keep the momentum rolling as TNT guns for a commanding 3–0 series lead against the Meralco Bolts in Game 3 of the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup semifinals on Friday, Jan. 9.
Tip off is at 5:15 p.m. at Smart Araneta Coliseum, ushering in the Ginebra-San Miguel clash.
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TNT seized firm control of the series with a 109–92 rout in Game 2, setting the tone early and never letting up.
Oftana and Jordan Heading ignited the opening salvo, combining for 18 first-quarter points that quickly tilted the game in the Tropang 5G’s favor.
Oftana finished with 26 points on four triples and seven rebounds, while Heading added 24 points in another efficient outing.
The supporting cast delivered as well, with Kelly Williams and RR Pogoy chipping in 12 points apiece, underscoring TNT’s depth and balance on both ends of the floor.
Holding a 2–0 advantage, TNT aims to move a win away from returning to the Finals and deny Meralco any lifeline in the series.
(With reports from Jan Ballesteros)
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