2024 PBA Governor's Cup

[freedomgo]

I’m a Ginebra fan, but this time, I'm betting against them....taking Meralco -2.5.

I believe this is the right pick, no need for further analysis. Just think of this as Meralco’s last game because if they lose, that’s it; it’s “go fishing” time. I've also noticed that in their recent games, there have been many over totals. So, if they keep this game more defensive, it might be better to go for the under, now at 197.5 (that’s a sure win for me).

[Maslate]

I’m a Ginebra fan, but this time, I'm betting against them....taking Meralco -2.5.

I believe this is the right pick, no need for further analysis. Just think of this as Meralco’s last game because if they lose, that’s it; it’s “go fishing” time. I've also noticed that in their recent games, there have been many over totals. So, if they keep this game more defensive, it might be better to go for the under, now at 197.5 (that’s a sure win for me).

Turns out they really would go fishing... It’s a shame because they started strong, with a great first half, but Ginebra caught up in the second half thanks to their 3-point shooters. Ginebra’s players seemed really confident, taking open shots without hesitation, unlike Meralco, who seemed to hesitate. Such a wasted opportunity... And about your under bet—that one lost too. Sometimes, what seems like a sure win ends up being a sure loss. Haha.

As for the second game, I thought I’d recover since I expected SMB to sweep Converge. I bet on the -8.5 and was feeling good when they were up by 27 points, thinking it was going to be a blowout. But things changed in the second half, especially in the 4th quarter when Converge made a big run, leading to a massive comeback win with Stockton’s clutch 3-point shot... Just unlucky tonight. Looks like I’ll take a rest tomorrow and look for some fresh capital for my bankroll.

[bisdak40]

As for the second game, I thought I’d recover since I expected SMB to sweep Converge. I bet on the -8.5 and was feeling good when they were up by 27 points, thinking it was going to be a blowout. But things changed in the second half, especially in the 4th quarter when Converge made a big run, leading to a massive comeback win with Stockton’s clutch 3-point shot... Just unlucky tonight. Looks like I’ll take a rest tomorrow and look for some fresh capital for my bankroll.

I placed a bet on Converge +7.5 at 1.90 before the game and watched it live. However, I had to stop watching because it became so boring when the Beermen took a 20+ point lead in the third quarter. I thought it was a sure win for SMB Beermen. To my surprise, I saw my balance increase in my bookie’s account this morning. Converge made an amazing run in the fourth quarter and won the game.

[Maslate]

As for the second game, I thought I’d recover since I expected SMB to sweep Converge. I bet on the -8.5 and was feeling good when they were up by 27 points, thinking it was going to be a blowout. But things changed in the second half, especially in the 4th quarter when Converge made a big run, leading to a massive comeback win with Stockton’s clutch 3-point shot... Just unlucky tonight. Looks like I’ll take a rest tomorrow and look for some fresh capital for my bankroll.

I placed a bet on Converge +7.5 at 1.90 before the game and watched it live. However, I had to stop watching because it became so boring when the Beermen took a 20+ point lead in the third quarter. I thought it was a sure win for SMB Beermen. To my surprise, I saw my balance increase in my bookie’s account this morning. Converge made an amazing run in the fourth quarter and won the game.

Good for you, bro, congrats. I really think SMB didn’t take Converge seriously enough. It’s a shame about CJ Perez; he was on fire, but they sat him for so long without any foul trouble. It disrupted their offensive flow. And in the 4th quarter, SMB allowed Converge to go on a 12-0 run...what the heck...

[Fredomago]

As for the second game, I thought I’d recover since I expected SMB to sweep Converge. I bet on the -8.5 and was feeling good when they were up by 27 points, thinking it was going to be a blowout. But things changed in the second half, especially in the 4th quarter when Converge made a big run, leading to a massive comeback win with Stockton’s clutch 3-point shot... Just unlucky tonight. Looks like I’ll take a rest tomorrow and look for some fresh capital for my bankroll.

I placed a bet on Converge +7.5 at 1.90 before the game and watched it live. However, I had to stop watching because it became so boring when the Beermen took a 20+ point lead in the third quarter. I thought it was a sure win for SMB Beermen. To my surprise, I saw my balance increase in my bookie’s account this morning. Converge made an amazing run in the fourth quarter and won the game.

Good for you, bro, congrats. I really think SMB didn’t take Converge seriously enough. It’s a shame about CJ Perez; he was on fire, but they sat him for so long without any foul trouble. It disrupted their offensive flow. And in the 4th quarter, SMB allowed Converge to go on a 12-0 run...what the heck...

Not sure why the coach allow that sequence to happen, either call a timeout or replace your players to stop the bleeding,  but it happened and we will see an extension of these series,  for sure a lots of those SMB backers got disappointed.  A huge lead from a super heavy favorite its unusual,  I'm a SMB fan but that kind of a heart coming from converge that's really great though still 2 wins away to snatched the semis spot a win still counts..

[Maslate]

No PBA games tonight, but there's an ongoing EASL tournament! Right now, SMB is facing Suwon KT Sonicboom, with SMB leading by a single digit. Later at 8 pm, we’ve got Meralco going up against the Macau Black Bears. If you’re interested, the games are happening at the Mall of Asia Arena. Check out the full schedule here: https://www.easl.basketball/schedule

[cryptoaddictchie]

To my surprise, I saw my balance increase in my bookie’s account this morning. Converge made an amazing run in the fourth quarter and won the game.

Ive watched this I dont know why SMB lose with that game provided they are up by 19 or 20 pts along the game. It seems that is their weakness, they always let the enemy get closer and not retain their lead. It was a good front run though for Converge as their really stepping up on their game, though the courage of stockton really proves their win.

[Fredomago]

To my surprise, I saw my balance increase in my bookie’s account this morning. Converge made an amazing run in the fourth quarter and won the game.

Ive watched this I dont know why SMB lose with that game provided they are up by 19 or 20 pts along the game. It seems that is their weakness, they always let the enemy get closer and not retain their lead. It was a good front run though for Converge as their really stepping up on their game, though the courage of stockton really proves their win.

And after that win from converge another sets of referees are being suspended,  as they changed the penalty for Stockton instead of being thrown out of the game to flagrant foul 1, the hero of game 3 for that buzzer beater shot.  Oh well, SMB got surprised as maybe the intention is to burn all those  bettors in their favor for the handicap but not those who bets for the ML hahahah.

Moving forward,  it's a good win for Converge 1st time during quarter finals, congrats 👏

[Finestream]

To my surprise, I saw my balance increase in my bookie’s account this morning. Converge made an amazing run in the fourth quarter and won the game.

Ive watched this I dont know why SMB lose with that game provided they are up by 19 or 20 pts along the game. It seems that is their weakness, they always let the enemy get closer and not retain their lead. It was a good front run though for Converge as their really stepping up on their game, though the courage of stockton really proves their win.

And after that win from converge another sets of referees are being suspended,  as they changed the penalty for Stockton instead of being thrown out of the game to flagrant foul 1, the hero of game 3 for that buzzer beater shot.  Oh well, SMB got surprised as maybe the intention is to burn all those  bettors in their favor for the handicap but not those who bets for the ML hahahah.

Moving forward,  it's a good win for Converge 1st time during quarter finals, congrats 👏

The damage is done, and there's no going back, haha. Suspending the ref for their mistakes was a good call, but that wasn’t the reason SMB lost- it was their lack of defense that allowed Converge to make a comeback after a huge deficit. Now, speculation is alive again among bettors, hinting at possible game rigging. Honestly, I see Converge as a weaker team and a mismatch against SMB, which makes that comeback even more surprising.

[bisdak40]

To my surprise, I saw my balance increase in my bookie’s account this morning. Converge made an amazing run in the fourth quarter and won the game.

Ive watched this I dont know why SMB lose with that game provided they are up by 19 or 20 pts along the game. It seems that is their weakness, they always let the enemy get closer and not retain their lead. It was a good front run though for Converge as their really stepping up on their game, though the courage of stockton really proves their win.

And after that win from converge another sets of referees are being suspended,  as they changed the penalty for Stockton instead of being thrown out of the game to flagrant foul 1, the hero of game 3 for that buzzer beater shot.  Oh well, SMB got surprised as maybe the intention is to burn all those  bettors in their favor for the handicap but not those who bets for the ML hahahah.

Moving forward,  it's a good win for Converge 1st time during quarter finals, congrats 👏

The damage is done, and there's no going back, haha. Suspending the ref for their mistakes was a good call, but that wasn’t the reason SMB lost- it was their lack of defense that allowed Converge to make a comeback after a huge deficit. Now, speculation is alive again among bettors, hinting at possible game rigging. Honestly, I see Converge as a weaker team and a mismatch against SMB, which makes that comeback even more surprising.

Though i bet for Converge on that game but i don't think there was an anomaly on that game, just that the Beermen relaxed on the fourth quarter thinking that Converge can't come back on that particular game but it was surprising that 3's were falling for Converge. I have a feeling that game 4 won't be close anymore so i'm going to bet for SMB even with a spread of 10.5.

[cryptoaddictchie]

And after that win from converge another sets of referees are being suspended,  as they changed the penalty for Stockton instead of being thrown out of the game to flagrant foul 1, the hero of game 3 for that buzzer beater shot. 

Well thats personal IMO for the SMB. Why they didnt pushed it before the game ends and not only after the game ends where the guy already shooted and won the game. Too bad for the referee that got suspended it seems they are the one suffer the anger of long hair.

Now, speculation is alive again among bettors, hinting at possible game rigging. Honestly, I see Converge as a weaker team and a mismatch against SMB, which makes that comeback even more surprising.

Nope its like what you said SMB lack consistency on the 4th qr. They supposedly win that game but their players relaxed a lot thats why they lose. We can see the pacing during 4th quarter as proof anyway. This is a suprising event for Converge.

[Maslate]

Nope its like what you said SMB lack consistency on the 4th qr. They supposedly win that game but their players relaxed a lot thats why they lose. We can see the pacing during 4th quarter as proof anyway. This is a suprising event for Converge.

The run started in the 3rd quarter and carried on into the 4th, and it’s surprising SMB couldn’t adjust, especially as Converge was clearly making a comeback. Not sure if there's anything rigged, but a loss is a loss, and SMB isn't invincible.

I expect the series to wrap up tomorrow, as SMB is likely to bounce back strong, they’re not just coming off a loss but back-to-back defeats, which should motivate them to respond aggressively.

On their EASL game yesterday..
SUWON KT vs. SAN MIGUEL

[Fredomago]

To my surprise, I saw my balance increase in my bookie’s account this morning. Converge made an amazing run in the fourth quarter and won the game.

Ive watched this I dont know why SMB lose with that game provided they are up by 19 or 20 pts along the game. It seems that is their weakness, they always let the enemy get closer and not retain their lead. It was a good front run though for Converge as their really stepping up on their game, though the courage of stockton really proves their win.

And after that win from converge another sets of referees are being suspended,  as they changed the penalty for Stockton instead of being thrown out of the game to flagrant foul 1, the hero of game 3 for that buzzer beater shot.  Oh well, SMB got surprised as maybe the intention is to burn all those  bettors in their favor for the handicap but not those who bets for the ML hahahah.

Moving forward,  it's a good win for Converge 1st time during quarter finals, congrats 👏

The damage is done, and there's no going back, haha. Suspending the ref for their mistakes was a good call, but that wasn’t the reason SMB lost- it was their lack of defense that allowed Converge to make a comeback after a huge deficit. Now, speculation is alive again among bettors, hinting at possible game rigging. Honestly, I see Converge as a weaker team and a mismatch against SMB, which makes that comeback even more surprising.

Hahaha, always like that when something happened, as usual bettors who lose will cry out while those who manage to be lucky and bet against the favorites will enjoy, there's nothing they can do as there's already a  result and suspending refs will not change a thing, they just need to win in their next meet up and finished the series.

By the way, did anyone read those social media post regarding to TR7 unable to play this ongoing ESL, according to coach Gallent he didn't provide his passport on time, while TR7 insist that he gave it a day prior the game, something getting heat up between TR7 and coach Gallent seems after he takeover SMB TR7's career got messed up. Just my own opinion hahaha..

[Finestream]

The damage is done, and there's no going back, haha. Suspending the ref for their mistakes was a good call, but that wasn’t the reason SMB lost- it was their lack of defense that allowed Converge to make a comeback after a huge deficit. Now, speculation is alive again among bettors, hinting at possible game rigging. Honestly, I see Converge as a weaker team and a mismatch against SMB, which makes that comeback even more surprising.

Though i bet for Converge on that game but i don't think there was an anomaly on that game, just that the Beermen relaxed on the fourth quarter thinking that Converge can't come back on that particular game but it was surprising that 3's were falling for Converge. I have a feeling that game 4 won't be close anymore so i'm going to bet for SMB even with a spread of 10.5.

Well, everyone’s opinion is welcome, but let’s move on. I agree with you that the next game is likely to be a blowout, with SMB finishing strong. Just like how Magnolia evened the series against ROS, and TNT dominated NLEX to advance, I see a similar scenario playing out here. Thought the point spread isn’t out yet, but I’d say -10.5 should be a solid pick. I’m with you on that one!

[GreatArkansas]

I just checked most of gambling platforms that supports cryptocurrency, I still can't see upcoming games of PBA.
Converge vs San Miguel Beermen in the game tomorrow, I want to bet badly now as I only have free time now 

Does anyone know which platform already has a match available to be able start betting on?

[freedomgo]

I just checked most of gambling platforms that supports cryptocurrency, I still can't see upcoming games of PBA.
Converge vs San Miguel Beermen in the game tomorrow, I want to bet badly now as I only have free time now 

Does anyone know which platform already has a match available to be able start betting on?

There you go! You can check out the game at ; https://duelbits.com/en/sportsbook/basketball/match/54141735-San-Miguel-Beermen-vs-Converge-Fiberxers

You can also try looking it up on Sportsbet or Stake - they seem to have similar and updated lines. Just go to the basketball section, and you'll find it there.

[blockman]

I just checked most of gambling platforms that supports cryptocurrency, I still can't see upcoming games of PBA.
Converge vs San Miguel Beermen in the game tomorrow, I want to bet badly now as I only have free time now 

Does anyone know which platform already has a match available to be able start betting on?

They were just late and for checking in vave, they already have it. So, most bookies probably have this match already listed.

You can also try looking it up on Sportsbet or Stake - they seem to have similar and updated lines. Just go to the basketball section, and you'll find it there.

I agree. Most likely that they have the match already when one bookie has it, the rest follows it at the same time.

[Maslate]

I have a feeling that game 4 won't be close anymore so i'm going to bet for SMB even with a spread of 10.5.

Good thing it's just -7.5 starting now, but I'm sure it'll go up later, so we should bet early. This is the only game today, so we need to win to make it a profitable day. Converge got a good rest, but I'm sure SMB won't let them shoot outside with a high percentage. They need to tighten up their defense, so I wouldn’t be surprised if this ends as a 30+ point win, probably a blowout by the first half.

[bisdak40]

I have a feeling that game 4 won't be close anymore so i'm going to bet for SMB even with a spread of 10.5.

Good thing it's just -7.5 starting now, but I'm sure it'll go up later, so we should bet early. This is the only game today, so we need to win to make it a profitable day. Converge got a good rest, but I'm sure SMB won't let them shoot outside with a high percentage. They need to tighten up their defense, so I wouldn’t be surprised if this ends as a 30+ point win, probably a blowout by the first half.

I’ve already placed my bet: SMB -7.5 at 1.85 odds. I believe SMB will tighten their perimeter defense, making it tough for Converge to maintain a decent field goal percentage. Although CJ Perez missed several point-blank shots in the last game, I think he will not repeat those mistakes tonight.

[GreatArkansas]

I just checked most of gambling platforms that supports cryptocurrency, I still can't see upcoming games of PBA.
Converge vs San Miguel Beermen in the game tomorrow, I want to bet badly now as I only have free time now  

Does anyone know which platform already has a match available to be able start betting on?

(...)

It seems it's not immediately listed to other bookies if it's above 24hours left before the game starts. I also checked it on duelbits when I wrote the post, I still can't find any PBA match yesterday.

I believe San Miguel Beermen vs Converge is a mismatch but maybe there's a miracle and we can even bet on handicap for Converge.
Converge +7.5 seems good odds for a small bet only. (I will target bisdak40's bet  )