TNT stands its ground against defending champion San Miguel to take Game 1 of the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup Finals Wednesday, Jan. 21.
TNT started strong but had to hang tough against a surging San Miguel side, 96-91, to take Game 1 of the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup Finals at the Ynares Center in Antipolo Wednesday, Jan. 21.
With a balanced effort, the Tropang 5G enjoyed a 19-point lead, 46-27, in the first 24 minutes of action before snuffing out the efforts of the Beermen in the second half.
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TNT can make it two wins in a row in the best-of-seven series when the two teams meet again in Game 2 set Friday, Jan. 23, at the same venue.
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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.