GIN KINGS RELENTLESS IN VITAL WIN

MANILA, Philippines — A vengeful Barangay Ginebra went on full automatic firing mode to blitz past nemesis TNT, 97-78, and grab a share of third in the PBA Philippine Cup last night at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.

Facing an opponent responsible for their heartbreaks in the Governors’ Cup and Commissioner’s Cup finals, the Gin Kings gave it everything they’ve got to seize control and transform the expected grind-out into a runaway win.

The Gin Kings roared to a 13-0 tear then kept their foot firmly on the pedal until the final buzzer to seal the payback right in front of TNT’s championship hero Rondae Hollis-Jefferson, himself.

With their seventh triumph in 10 matches, which came after an epic 85-81 come-from-behind steal against Magnolia, the troops of coach Tim Cone greatly boosted their drive for Top 4 and twice-to-beat advantage in the quarterfinals.

The crowd darlings are now a victory away from clinching the coveted Last-8 bonus, which they will shoot for in their elims closeout match against Rain or Shine.

2025-06-08T16:46:53Z