2022–23 PBA Commissioner's Cup

[Johnyz]

SMB have a good start but TNT is slowly cutting the lead and now end of 1st half 13 point leads by the SMB, both are really showing an impressive game and they are giving fans the reason to enjoy, I was in the impression that it will be a blowout since SMB almost got that huge lead but Poguy and Montalbo shows that it's not done yet, they are pushing the game and making good offense.

Waiting for the 2nd half and still as a SMB fan, I will support them all the way!

What a big WIN for SMB, for the odds will be more in favor to SMB since they have a better execution for this game, and they will also adopt that in a do or die match, it’s good to see SMB fighting and not giving up. This is the effect of No Castro on the floor, TNT should have a solution for this and review their game plan. As always, game 7 is really good for the fans and bettor, one last game for this conference let’s be ready for the final bet.

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[Shamm]

Without a doubt, Kelly Williams has to prove that he can carry his team even though in his age his speed and accuracy are still their.

Why expect an old guy to carry the team? Kelly Williams is just doing his usual role to help the team. It's just that his shooting is impressive that night and I think he even got surprised. That gives him momentum. He rarely shoots 3s now but last night, he attempted to do it.

Another slight disadvantage on the TNT side is that aside from Jayson Castro, Poy Erram is also experiencing a minor injury but he is cleared to play.

Other TNT cagers should step up in the absence of their working teammates.

SMB have a good start but TNT is slowly cutting the lead and now end of 1st half 13 point leads by the SMB, both are really showing an impressive game and they are giving fans the reason to enjoy, I was in the impression that it will be a blowout since SMB almost got that huge lead but Poguy and Montalbo shows that it's not done yet, they are pushing the game and making good offense.

Waiting for the 2nd half and still as a SMB fan, I will support them all the way!

I thought TNT will claim the victory today,  but SMB didn't want to be a loser  that's why a tight defense and have a good offense made it and push to game 7 in this series. But as I observe it's a big impact for the team when Castro did not play in this game 6 mikey willams, Kelly willams, rosario and other member of the team did not scored we'll only RR Pugoy scored 30+ points in this game which he is trying to carry his team but he can't.
Maybe coach chot had a good start in game 7 to claim the championship trophy.

[jakelyson]

I thought TNT will claim the victory today,  but SMB didn't want to be a loser  that's why a tight defense and have a good offense made it and push to game 7 in this series. But as I observe it's a big impact for the team when Castro did not play in this game 6 mikey willams, Kelly willams, rosario and other member of the team did not scored we'll only RR Pugoy scored 30+ points in this game which he is trying to carry his team but he can't.
Maybe coach chot had a good start in game 7 to claim the championship trophy.

TNT does not have Castro today to stop the momentum of San Miguel when they are on the run. In the past games, when SMB is starting to have momentum, Castro is always there to put a stop and start a comeback. But now that he is sidelined, no one is guiding the team on the court. You can feel the lack of Castro in this game.

If San Miguel can keep this pressure in Game 7, I doubt TNT will be able to win. They have a hot start and threes are pouring in. They also started being very aggressive in the game that they even got into foul trouble early. Hopefully, they can carry this momentum until the next game and win the championship.

[Fredomago]

I thought TNT will claim the victory today,  but SMB didn't want to be a loser  that's why a tight defense and have a good offense made it and push to game 7 in this series. But as I observe it's a big impact for the team when Castro did not play in this game 6 mikey willams, Kelly willams, rosario and other member of the team did not scored we'll only RR Pugoy scored 30+ points in this game which he is trying to carry his team but he can't.
Maybe coach chot had a good start in game 7 to claim the championship trophy.

TNT does not have Castro today to stop the momentum of San Miguel when they are on the run. In the past games, when SMB is starting to have momentum, Castro is always there to put a stop and start a comeback. But now that he is sidelined, no one is guiding the team on the court. You can feel the lack of Castro in this game.

If San Miguel can keep this pressure in Game 7, I doubt TNT will be able to win. They have a hot start and threes are pouring in. They also started being very aggressive in the game that they even got into foul trouble early. Hopefully, they can carry this momentum until the next game and win the championship.

You said it right, Castro is the big factor here even Poguy and William try their best but the gunners of SMB is really hot they took that advantage and whatever attempt TNT do to make a comeback there's nothing that they can do cut the lead and have a closer rally, game 7 now and it will the big test for both super team, Maybe Castro will be there I don't know if there's any update regarding to his condition but if ever that he's available we know this guy he will be there to play and help his team.

Another game for both squad, it's a do-or-die game. Whoever wins the last game will be crowned as the season champion, as a bias, fan I will put everything in SMB!

[Yamifoud]

So we have game 7, this series is very exciting although it looks like it's already scripted, LOL.

Anyway, in game 7, I think no team will be favored by the refs, so I'm thinking the better team will win, and in that case, I believe SMB is the better team.
Even though there is no such called a scripted plan, I see how these beer men perform on the court. 

[Ziskinberg]

So we have game 7, this series is very exciting although it looks like it's already scripted, LOL.

The game is fixed,  .. actually it's just an speculation, but you can really tell that they want to extend this series, and they are successful doing that.

Anyway, in game 7, I think no team will be favored by the refs, so I'm thinking the better team will win, and in that case, I believe SMB is the better team.

Time to choose your team.. I think the odds would be very competitive.

I'm guessing, TNT is +1.5 vs SMB -1.5..

[Bttzed03]

So we have game 7, this series is very exciting although it looks like it's already scripted, LOL.

I'm also glad we'll have a game 7 but why put a shade on the result of the game? Do you have an issue with the officiating? Castro not playing due to injury, which was a huge factor, doesn't look scripted.

Anyway, in game 7, I think no team will be favored by the refs, so I'm thinking the better team will win, and in that case, I believe SMB is the better team.

The momentum swings to SMB's favor after that blowout win and Castro's questionable condition for game 7 isn't helping TNT.

[jakelyson]

The momentum swings to SMB's favor after that blowout win and Castro's questionable condition for game 7 isn't helping TNT.

It is questionable for now but I bet he will be playing come game 7. It is Castro we are talking about. The guy has lot of spirit and sure will push himself to play even if he is not 100%. Anyway, if he gets to play game 7 and they win, I am sure he will get the Finals MVP award. No one would question how important his presence in the court is for the team. He has bailed them time and time again since playoffs up to the finals.

[Questat]

The momentum swings to SMB's favor after that blowout win and Castro's questionable condition for game 7 isn't helping TNT.

It is questionable for now but I bet he will be playing come game 7. It is Castro we are talking about. The guy has lot of spirit and sure will push himself to play even if he is not 100%. Anyway, if he gets to play game 7 and they win, I am sure he will get the Finals MVP award. No one would question how important his presence in the court is for the team. He has bailed them time and time again since playoffs up to the finals.

Exactly, Castro should not miss the game 7 as there's a chance that they will win a championship again. It's just too sad to see Castro was injured but when he was out in game 5, TNT is still playing well and beat the SMB. let's stop talking about scripted, rigged, or whatever, SMB deserved the win, and if they'll be the champ, there's no question about that.

[Hypnosis00]

The momentum swings to SMB's favor after that blowout win and Castro's questionable condition for game 7 isn't helping TNT.

It is questionable for now but I bet he will be playing come game 7. It is Castro we are talking about. The guy has lot of spirit and sure will push himself to play even if he is not 100%. Anyway, if he gets to play game 7 and they win, I am sure he will get the Finals MVP award. No one would question how important his presence in the court is for the team. He has bailed them time and time again since playoffs up to the finals.

Exactly, Castro should not miss the game 7 as there's a chance that they will win a championship again. It's just too sad to see Castro was injured but when he was out in game 5, TNT is still playing well and beat the SMB. let's stop talking about scripted, rigged, or whatever, SMB deserved the win, and if they'll be the champ, there's no question about that.

Let's be optimistic that he will get a go signal.

Jayson Castro vows to do everything to be fit for Game 7

JAYSON Castro said he will try his best to be as healthy as possible for Game Seven after TNT missed out on the opportunity to wrap up the 2022 PBA Philippine Cup championship against San Miguel on Friday night.

Castro dressed for Game Six but didn’t play as he rested an ankle that he sprained on Wednesday. He however hinted his desire to play in the deciding game of the best-of-seven series at the end of TNT's 114-96 loss to the Beermen.

This is game 7, a star player will make sure he will be playing to help his team. Castro does not need to play heavy minutes, his mere presence can already energize his teammates and will become more confident. Expect a low scoring game 7 as defense is going to be the key to win.

[Shamm]

So we have game 7, this series is very exciting although it looks like it's already scripted, LOL.

Anyway, in game 7, I think no team will be favored by the refs, so I'm thinking the better team will win, and in that case, I believe SMB is the better team.

I don't think so, because as we observed earlier in the match coach chot reyes definitely fine he even not reacted to much unlike other coaches did when they have a chance to claim the trophy if they win. The mood of coach chot made we think that those match is scripted because as we all know that if there's game 7 the crowd will be increase in in short more money will came to the commissioners .

[Fredomago]

Let's be optimistic that he will get a go signal.

Jayson Castro vows to do everything to be fit for Game 7

JAYSON Castro said he will try his best to be as healthy as possible for Game Seven after TNT missed out on the opportunity to wrap up the 2022 PBA Philippine Cup championship against San Miguel on Friday night.

Castro dressed for Game Six but didn’t play as he rested an ankle that he sprained on Wednesday. He however hinted his desire to play in the deciding game of the best-of-seven series at the end of TNT's 114-96 loss to the Beermen.

This is game 7, a star player will make sure he will be playing to help his team. Castro does not need to play heavy minutes, his mere presence can already energize his teammates and will become more confident. Expect a low scoring game 7 as defense is going to be the key to win.

He knows the value of his presence, but I'm sure he will not limit his minutes if he really can play. Castro is a pure breed star and even at his age he still consider as one of the core on both offense and defense by the team, his IQ inside the court is what TNT needs while with SMB they just need to continue the confidence and make sure that the blending of players inside the court is fit with each other.

Enciso and Lassiter with Peres, Tau and the main guy Fajardo, all are needed to perform with everything that they can give on this upcoming game 7.

"Kampihan Na!"

[goaldigger]

So we have game 7, this series is very exciting although it looks like it's already scripted, LOL.

Anyway, in game 7, I think no team will be favored by the refs, so I'm thinking the better team will win, and in that case, I believe SMB is the better team.

I don't think so, because as we observed earlier in the match coach chot reyes definitely fine he even not reacted to much unlike other coaches did when they have a chance to claim the trophy if they win. The mood of coach chot made we think that those match is scripted because as we all know that if there's game 7 the crowd will be increase in in short more money will came to the commissioners .

Another scripted theory, can we just give credit to SMB for playing all out and forcing the game into game 7? I don’t there’s such a scripted games, we have to appreciate the effort of every team. SMB did manage to activate their key players and since there’s a missing playing for TNT, they experience a hard time catching up with SMB. Game 7 will jam packed, can’t wait to see a huge crowd again, I think SMB will take game 7.

[crzy]

So we have game 7, this series is very exciting although it looks like it's already scripted, LOL.

Anyway, in game 7, I think no team will be favored by the refs, so I'm thinking the better team will win, and in that case, I believe SMB is the better team.

I don't think so, because as we observed earlier in the match coach chot reyes definitely fine he even not reacted to much unlike other coaches did when they have a chance to claim the trophy if they win. The mood of coach chot made we think that those match is scripted because as we all know that if there's game 7 the crowd will be increase in in short more money will came to the commissioners .

Another scripted theory, can we just give credit to SMB for playing all out and forcing the game into game 7? I don’t there’s such a scripted games, we have to appreciate the effort of every team. SMB did manage to activate their key players and since there’s a missing playing for TNT, they experience a hard time catching up with SMB. Game 7 will jam packed, can’t wait to see a huge crowd again, I think SMB will take game 7.

That was not a scripted game, probably you missed to watch the game and see how TNT is struggling just to get a point. Game 6 was very intense and as expected, SMB will not give up easily. Now, let’s move on for the game 7 and bet to your favorite team, I’m just waiting for the odds and if fair enough, SMB will also my choice.

[harizen]

It's a good thing for Jayson Castro that he didn't force himself to play as that might result in a much worst condition. Poy Erram also limits his playing time by 19 minutes which can give him a break from his own sprain injury. Much better if he didn't play instead of somehow being in full healthy status on Game 7.


After parting ways with the Phoenix FuelMasters, Matthew Wright now officially signed with the Japan B-League.

He is now a part of the Kyoto Hanaryz team.

Wright gets a lot of help in Kyoto's bid for B.League revival
Matthew Wright takes his act to Japan, signs with Kyoto Hanaryz
Matthew Wright signs with Kyoto Hannaryz in B.League
Matthew Wright signs with Japan league

[goinmerry]

Coach Yeng Guiao now also parted ways with the NLEX Road Warriors.

NLEX team really gone through a lot of problems since then. Should be one of the best teams in the league if they were able to secure Mikey Williams before (which Coach Yeng expected to be drafted by the team) and if Kiefer Ravena focuses on his PBA career.

There's a rumor that Coach Yeng might return to Rain Or Shine next season.

[Fredomago]

So we have game 7, this series is very exciting although it looks like it's already scripted, LOL.

Anyway, in game 7, I think no team will be favored by the refs, so I'm thinking the better team will win, and in that case, I believe SMB is the better team.

I don't think so, because as we observed earlier in the match coach chot reyes definitely fine he even not reacted to much unlike other coaches did when they have a chance to claim the trophy if they win. The mood of coach chot made we think that those match is scripted because as we all know that if there's game 7 the crowd will be increase in in short more money will came to the commissioners .

Another scripted theory, can we just give credit to SMB for playing all out and forcing the game into game 7? I don’t there’s such a scripted games, we have to appreciate the effort of every team. SMB did manage to activate their key players and since there’s a missing playing for TNT, they experience a hard time catching up with SMB. Game 7 will jam packed, can’t wait to see a huge crowd again, I think SMB will take game 7.

That was not a scripted game, probably you missed to watch the game and see how TNT is struggling just to get a point. Game 6 was very intense and as expected, SMB will not give up easily. Now, let’s move on for the game 7 and bet to your favorite team, I’m just waiting for the odds and if fair enough, SMB will also my choice.

Not a scripted one, but where's the balloons? hahaha kidding aside SMB will not easily give up by the way they played last game 6, that's the how fans expected them to perform. I like how Perez,LAssiter and Enciso contribute putting pressures outside and bring good space for Tau and Fajardo. Like you, I'm a fan of SMB and I believe that with that same level of intensity, they can win this series.

Coach Yeng Guiao now also parted ways with the NLEX Road Warriors.

NLEX team really gone through a lot of problems since then. Should be one of the best teams in the league if they were able to secure Mikey Williams before (which Coach Yeng expected to be drafted by the team) and if Kiefer Ravena focuses on his PBA career.

There's a rumor that Coach Yeng might return to Rain Or Shine next season.

No doubt if NLEX manage to secure Williams and still keep Erram, this team is really a team to beat, but the mother company needs to be more competitive, so acquiring both Erram and Williams they win another title and now they are chasing for another one.

[LogitechMouse]

So we have game 7, this series is very exciting although it looks like it's already scripted, LOL.

We can speculate that it is and we can't. In the end, as a PBA fan, I think let's just enjoy the entertainment that they are giving to us.
For me, I already knew that there will be Game 7 because more games = more revenue for the league and take note that it's Sunday and many people will watch their favorite team trying to win that title.

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Enciso and Lassiter with Peres, Tau and the main guy Fajardo, all are needed to perform with everything that they can give on this upcoming game 7.

"Kampihan Na!"

When you are seeing SMB to score 40 points in a single quarter and those three point shots sinking in, you knew already that they will win.

Anyway, you are right that they needed the offensive power of these players in order for them to win the title. It's a do or die game for them and I hope that they will repeat their performance in Game 6. Fajardo didn't contribute much on that game or I mean it wasn't the usual Fajardo that we saw that is dominating the paint because the guards are the one who is dominating.

It's a good thing for Jayson Castro that he didn't force himself to play as that might result in a much worst condition. Poy Erram also limits his playing time by 19 minutes which can give him a break from his own sprain injury. Much better if he didn't play instead of somehow being in full healthy status on Game 7.

They needed him in Game 7 now and that's their advantage being up 3-2. Aside from Castro, Ryan Reyes also dislocated his shoulder in Game 4 and not 100% and Khobuntin will  not play in the whole series because of an injury. These 2 players are contributing so much to the team especially Khobuntin which is an all around player. Erram fouled out himself in the 11 minute mark of the 4th quarter last game so yeah I agree with what you said that it's for the sake of his injury.

[Sanitough]

I can't believe the spread in game 7, this is very interesting because TNT is now +4.5, and 2.45 for moneyline.

Anyone, what do you think about the odds, for sure TNT backers would think that the handicap is very attractive.
Also, how about Castro, do we have a confirmation whether he will play or pass tomorrow?

[Johnyz]

I can't believe the spread in game 7, this is very interesting because TNT is now +4.5, and 2.45 for moneyline.

Anyone, what do you think about the odds, for sure TNT backers would think that the handicap is very attractive.
Also, how about Castro, do we have a confirmation whether he will play or pass tomorrow?

That's an interesting odds and very attractive, how about for SMB what's the odds?
There's no news yet about Castro going back into game 7, I think this is a serious injury and he can't just go back for a short period of time but TNT badly needed him. If he is ok now, for sure Castro will be back for game 7 and that is something that SMB needs to be prepared. I still can't decide on where to place a bet, the odds are quiet interesting for both teams.