2025 PBA Governor's Cup

[Fredomago]

We don’t really know what will happen, but one thing is pretty sure, Ginebra won’t go down without a fight. 

Let’s see if we’ll get that “never say die” attitude tonight, especially after they went down big even with CJ Perez dropping 30 points in the first quarter.

If Ginebra manages to come back in the second quarter, we might still see a good game tonight. But if they can’t, then I think this series could be over tonight.

They need to push back, SMB is playing decently with CJ is on attack mode that's something that they need to adjust after the half time, they need to be more aggressive and to move faster as SMB's running attack is tough to stop when they already have an advantage, for those NSD fans the handicap is very decent if you still wants to add some fun while watching the live game, anything can happen just like what they did last game where they rally back and erase that 17 point deficits in the final run.

[Finestream]

We don’t really know what will happen, but one thing is pretty sure, Ginebra won’t go down without a fight. 

Let’s see if we’ll get that “never say die” attitude tonight, especially after they went down big even with CJ Perez dropping 30 points in the first quarter.

If Ginebra manages to come back in the second quarter, we might still see a good game tonight. But if they can’t, then I think this series could be over tonight.

The second quarter wasn’t that great for Ginebra. They were able to compete, but they never took the lead.

The game isn’t over yet, we still have two quarters left. If Ginebra wants to come back, they really need to show more urgency and start beating SMB by double digits.
I already booked my bet in the third quarter, took Ginebra -2.5. Hopefully it hits.

[bisdak40]

They need to push back, SMB is playing decently with CJ is on attack mode that's something that they need to adjust after the half time, they need to be more aggressive and to move faster as SMB's running attack is tough to stop when they already have an advantage, for those NSD fans the handicap is very decent if you still wants to add some fun while watching the live game, anything can happen just like what they did last game where they rally back and erase that 17 point deficits in the final run.

End of the first half and the score is 63-47 in favor of San Miguel Beermen with CJ Perez exploding with 34 big points. The question now is can the Gin Kings could rally and erase this lead in the 2nd half and force a do-or-die game 7? The second half is very exciting so sit back and relax and enjoy your beer.

[Mr. Magkaisa]

A history today happened with CJ scored 30 points in the 1st Q, with 12/12 FG. If I am the coach i will gamble it, I will let CJ play all the time he wants on that as we have the half time break.
But Coach Leo did not permit that, Now we have TNT vs SMB for the Finals, The ultimate Re-match for the Finals!

moving on, @mirakal we can have  the bet for 100 USD worth of Bitcoin
For our kababayan I still have another 100 USDT for SMB series if you want to bet with TNT..


anyone can tell me the feeling of those who bet on ending who thought they already won the card? ahahha

specially that 9-8 bet 

[Sanitough]

A history today happened with CJ scored 30 points in the 1st Q, with 12/12 FG. If I am the coach i will gamble it, I will let CJ play all the time he wants on that as we have the half time break.

Yeah, CJ ended up with around 40 points, I think, but he was also the reason SMB was able to close out the series.
Ginebra did make a big push in the third quarter and even cut the lead down to just six, but they looked gassed in the fourth. That’s when SMB had their own run and pulled away.

But Coach Leo did not permit that, Now we have TNT vs SMB for the Finals, The ultimate Re-match for the Finals!

This is a good series, we will see the odds in game 1 if this is a 50-50 series.

[mirakal]

moving on, @mirakal we can have  the bet for 100 USD worth of Bitcoin
For our kababayan I still have another 100 USDT for SMB series if you want to bet with TNT..

Sure, let’s bet on the series. I wouldn’t go with $100 though. I already sent you a PM, and $50 is good enough for me, especially since TNT is the underdog.
It also looks like Pogoy is injured since he didn’t play in the last game.

Maybe some others here would like to join in as well.

Any TNT backers around, feel free to bet with Mr. Magkaisa.

[Fredomago]

They need to push back, SMB is playing decently with CJ is on attack mode that's something that they need to adjust after the half time, they need to be more aggressive and to move faster as SMB's running attack is tough to stop when they already have an advantage, for those NSD fans the handicap is very decent if you still wants to add some fun while watching the live game, anything can happen just like what they did last game where they rally back and erase that 17 point deficits in the final run.

End of the first half and the score is 63-47 in favor of San Miguel Beermen with CJ Perez exploding with 34 big points. The question now is can the Gin Kings could rally and erase this lead in the 2nd half and force a do-or-die game 7? The second half is very exciting so sit back and relax and enjoy your beer.

CJ exploded with a new career high record ending the game with 41 points, that's separate a lot and gin kings unable to push that rally back they have the chance to keep the distance near but SMB always have the answer, and the defense also adjust so well preventing the comeback, congrats kabayan the handicapped was fully covered.. let's wait for the finals and enjoy betting Hahaha..Good luck!

[Maslate]

CJ exploded with a new career high record ending the game with 41 points, that's separate a lot and gin kings unable to push that rally back they have the chance to keep the distance near but SMB always have the answer, and the defense also adjust so well preventing the comeback, congrats kabayan the handicapped was fully covered.. let's wait for the finals and enjoy betting Hahaha..Good luck!

When CJ sits, Trollano usually steps up. SMB really has a lot of weapons on offense, and defensively they’re solid too with JMF protecting the paint. That’s why this team is really hard to beat.

Now it’s TNT vs SMB. I’m sure SMB will still have a lot of backers here.
In my case though, I’ll probably just bet online per game. I’d still lean toward SMB anyway, and I doubt anyone would even want to take a series bet against me. 

[Sanitough]

Now it’s TNT vs SMB. I’m sure SMB will still have a lot of backers here.
In my case though, I’ll probably just bet online per game. I’d still lean toward SMB anyway, and I doubt anyone would even want to take a series bet against me. 

It’s hard to back TNT knowing SMB still has a very dominant Fajardo.

If anyone here is willing to give TNT +1 in the series, I’ll take that bet.
I hope that’s not too much to ask, no pressure though. I’m willing to risk $40 on it.  Just PM me if you’re interested. Let’s enjoy the series.

[Fredomago]

CJ exploded with a new career high record ending the game with 41 points, that's separate a lot and gin kings unable to push that rally back they have the chance to keep the distance near but SMB always have the answer, and the defense also adjust so well preventing the comeback, congrats kabayan the handicapped was fully covered.. let's wait for the finals and enjoy betting Hahaha..Good luck!

When CJ sits, Trollano usually steps up. SMB really has a lot of weapons on offense, and defensively they’re solid too with JMF protecting the paint. That’s why this team is really hard to beat.

Now it’s TNT vs SMB. I’m sure SMB will still have a lot of backers here.
In my case though, I’ll probably just bet online per game. I’d still lean toward SMB anyway, and I doubt anyone would even want to take a series bet against me. 

Yes kabayan, Trollano Continue what CJ starts during the first half, both core players have their confidence knowing that JMF do have an advantage if ever they missed their shots unfortunately both are in good attack mode and really comes out strong, that answer of Gin kings in the early minutes of the 4th quarter seems to give some hope for those who back them but adjustment take place then SMB complete what they've started and win the game.

[mirakal]

If anyone here is willing to give TNT +1 in the series, I’ll take that bet.
I hope that’s not too much to ask, no pressure though. I’m willing to risk $40 on it.  Just PM me if you’re interested. Let’s enjoy the series.

I don’t think anyone’s willing to take that offer. Just remove the +1 and you’ll probably get a bet.

Anyway, in case you guys haven’t checked the schedule yet, Game 1 will be this coming Wednesday at Ynares Center in Antipolo, 7:30 PM.
As usual, we’ll still be betting per game aside from any series bets.

check the full schedule in here https://pba.ph/schedule

[bisdak40]

I'm also wanted to bet for the SMB Beemen so if anyone is interested just quote this post and your desired bet.
I can go only to 100 usd worth of bitcoin. I won't give +1 game to TNT since Junemar Fajardo's status is very fragile since he is playing through injury.

Good luck to us and enjoy the PBA 50 AFC Finals.

@Mr. Magkaisa, do you have plan to hold a free prediction contest on this PBA Finals?

[Mr. Magkaisa]

Now it’s TNT vs SMB. I’m sure SMB will still have a lot of backers here.
In my case though, I’ll probably just bet online per game. I’d still lean toward SMB anyway, and I doubt anyone would even want to take a series bet against me.  

It’s hard to back TNT knowing SMB still has a very dominant Fajardo.

If anyone here is willing to give TNT +1 in the series, I’ll take that bet.
I hope that’s not too much to ask, no pressure though. I’m willing to risk $40 on it.  Just PM me if you’re interested. Let’s enjoy the series.

To be honest SMB is the underdog here for me. If you can check the lineup last finals to now.
If you want to have a deal on this series, I can go with you but you need to take out the +1, we can deal that 40 USD in BTC or USDT.
You can PM me or quote this and say deal and we will have a series bet. Thank you Kbayan

@Mr. Magkaisa, do you have plan to hold a free prediction contest on this PBA Finals?

Next conference I am late 
I was busy last December, My plan was to start before the semis. But i will think of it tonight

[Finestream]

Next conference I am late 
I was busy last December, My plan was to start before the semis. But i will think of it tonight

There’s a Finals coming up and Game 1 is just a few days away, so you still have time to prepare if you want, hehe. Just kidding, man.

But seriously, it would be nice if you could run a free contest. I might help out and even donate a bit, though I won’t promise anything.
I’m busy too, but I can still spare some time to place my prediction. 

[mirakal]

@Mr. Magkaisa, do you have plan to hold a free prediction contest on this PBA Finals?

He’s the king of free prediction contests now, hopefully he keeps that streak going. I’ve seen his past threads and he’s hosted contests before, even in the games and rounds board. Though we already have a series bet, but I’d still love to join a prediction contest if he can find the time to organize one despite his busy schedule. I might even donate to it as well.

Let’s make it happen!

[LogitechMouse]

Now it’s TNT vs SMB. I’m sure SMB will still have a lot of backers here.
In my case though, I’ll probably just bet online per game. I’d still lean toward SMB anyway, and I doubt anyone would even want to take a series bet against me. 

It’s hard to back TNT knowing SMB still has a very dominant Fajardo.

If anyone here is willing to give TNT +1 in the series, I’ll take that bet.
I hope that’s not too much to ask, no pressure though. I’m willing to risk $40 on it.  Just PM me if you’re interested. Let’s enjoy the series.

Just for context, Fajardo has a shoulder injury before the start of the playoffs, but despite of having that injury, it seems like he's still dominating the paint and still getting rebounds after rebounds.

I agree with you as well that it's hard to back TNT especially if they don't have somebody to stop JMF. The best that they might have is Kelly Williams, but for me, I'm thinking putting Ganuelas-Rosser and Williams at the same time could affect JMF's performance especially on defending the paint and getting rebounds. Also, the Beermen also won 7 of the last 10 Philippine Cup tournaments, and that's one proof of how dominant they are when it's an All-Filipino Cup.

Anyway, let's enjoy the series because a few weeks after this Finals will end, the next Cup will be the one that has imports already.

[Mr. Magkaisa]

I will make a free contest on our local boards, I will budget 20 USD for the winner and whoever wants to add some prize it will be great.
I will post later on our time before lunch I hope, so we can have enough time with our kababayans.

For donations you can send them to @mirakal  I dont want to handle any donation.

[Fredomago]

I will make a free contest on our local boards, I will budget 20 USD for the winner and whoever wants to add some prize it will be great.
I will post later on our time before lunch I hope, so we can have enough time with our kababayans.

For donations you can send them to @mirakal  I dont want to handle any donation.

Nice to hear that you'll be hosting another contest, thanks in advance kabayan, though not really good in analysing game but still happy to participate, who knows maybe luck will permit and I'll be able to win, as usual fellow kabayan who loves watching or betting in this league will join especially those who are actively following this thread, good luck to us all Kabayans!

[Sanitough]

Now it’s TNT vs SMB. I’m sure SMB will still have a lot of backers here.
In my case though, I’ll probably just bet online per game. I’d still lean toward SMB anyway, and I doubt anyone would even want to take a series bet against me. 

It’s hard to back TNT knowing SMB still has a very dominant Fajardo.

If anyone here is willing to give TNT +1 in the series, I’ll take that bet.
I hope that’s not too much to ask, no pressure though. I’m willing to risk $40 on it.  Just PM me if you’re interested. Let’s enjoy the series.

Just for context, Fajardo has a shoulder injury before the start of the playoffs, but despite of having that injury, it seems like he's still dominating the paint and still getting rebounds after rebounds.

I’ve heard about that too, but I don’t think it was anything serious. There were rumors during the semis that he might miss a game, but he ended up playing anyway. So i guess we can say he is healthy, i mean just look at his numbers.

I agree with you as well that it's hard to back TNT especially if they don't have somebody to stop JMF. The best that they might have is Kelly Williams, but for me, I'm thinking putting Ganuelas-Rosser and Williams at the same time could affect JMF's performance especially on defending the paint and getting rebounds. Also, the Beermen also won 7 of the last 10 Philippine Cup tournaments, and that's one proof of how dominant they are when it's an All-Filipino Cup.

Anyway, let's enjoy the series because a few weeks after this Finals will end, the next Cup will be the one that has imports already.

Kelly looks too small to guard JMF, and if he’s the primary defender, he’ll probably end up in foul trouble.

The good news for TNT though is they now have BGR and of course Paul Erram and I also think they’re the quicker team overall, and that’s where their edge is.
If they can shoot well, especially from the outside, they definitely have a chance to win.

[Mr. Magkaisa]

A small amount for the prize of our PBA FINALS prediction, IF anyone wants to contribute please do so.
Its UP now mga Kababayan! Lets enjoy the series with an excitement prediction contest. Sharing this to all our fellow Pinoy in this forum.

https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=5571906.msg66310017#msg66310017

Just to let you know guys: SMB for the WIN