2022–23 PBA Commissioner's Cup

[blockman]

He have to play in game 6 or he will end this series on a bad situation, Bay Area should focus on their gaming plan because Ginebra really dominates game 5 and now on a good advantage to take the championship again. The crowd is exceptional as expected, 20k+ strong live viewers was there to cheer Ginebra probably this is one of the biggest crowd that Bay Area have to deal with. There should be no long rest for Ginebra if they want to finish the series they have the momentum now.

If he's not there then we have the idea already that game 6 will be for Ginebra and that's the end of the series already.
It seems those that think that the game will end in game 6 and will be taken by Ginebra are likely correct.
But we have to wait and see if game 6 will be for Ginebra and if the Dragons will redeem themselves back then. As I said in the past, I just want to see this series end with game 7. 

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[jakelyson]

Ginebra has an easy win in game 5. They lead from the get-go all the way to the final second of the game. They adjusted their defense to contain Lam and prevent him from spoiling their win like in Game 4.  It was a good decision to limit Lam early on before he can do any damage. The Bay Area Dragons were able to close the game up to a 6-point deficit, but Ginebra was able to counter Lam and push the lead back to a double-digit. The Bay Area Dragon will need the service of their import if they want to push the service to Game 7.

Congratulations to the Ginebra Gin Kings, they successfully won the game despite the come back of Bay Area. Stan the man had a big contribution because his 3 point shooting are sinking in when Brownlee was doubled. Now, they are just one win away to win the championship, what a reward for the huge number of crowd.

Pringle has to step up and contribute more than usual because LA Tenorio suffered a groin injury. I do not know if he can play the next game, but this may affect their rotation if he does not. Hopefully, Pringle will be able to perform again like he did this game if LA will not be able to play.

[chaser15]

Game 5 doesn't even show any competitiveness. That was a smooth win for the Brgy. Ginebra.

The Dragons however tried to bounce back from that big lead. They get able though to cut the lead but Ginebra does their best to keep them from advancing more. They didn't allow themselves to be overpowered again by the Dragons playing without an import.

The Dragons should now risk playing whoever available imports they have as Game 6 will be their win-or-go-home game.

[goinmerry]

21,823 audience at the Mall of Asia Arena in Game 5.

The audience is the second-highest all-time at that venue. The most audience recorded there is Game 7 of the Philippine Cup between San Miguel Beermen and Alaska with 23,616. That's the game where SMB bounce back from a 0-3 deficit.

And crazy stats this Finals as this series between Ginebra and Bay Area Dragons is averaging 17,000 live audiences per game.

[harizen]

Stanley Pringle admits battling self-doubts amid knee trouble

This is what I like about Ginebra, some of their key players will just advance and step up surprisingly. Referring to Stanley Pringle, he is not much noticeable this playoff and Finals but here in Game 5, out of nowhere, he unleashes his best performance with 20 points.

There are still BGSM players that are still silent this Finals and hope they will soon surprise their fans with their usual performance.

Ginebra should not feel relaxed next game and do their best to finish the series next game.

[jakelyson]

21,823 audience at the Mall of Asia Arena in Game 5.

The audience is the second-highest all-time at that venue. The most audience recorded there is Game 7 of the Philippine Cup between San Miguel Beermen and Alaska with 23,616. That's the game where SMB bounce back from a 0-3 deficit.

And crazy stats this Finals as this series between Ginebra and Bay Area Dragons is averaging 17,000 live audiences per game.

I will not be surprised if there will be comments that the league will try to milk this out by extending the series to Game 7. I bet, if this reaches a full series, there will be even more attendance. It may even break the record.

Game 5 doesn't even show any competitiveness. That was a smooth win for the Brgy. Ginebra.

The Dragons however tried to bounce back from that big lead. They get able though to cut the lead but Ginebra does their best to keep them from advancing more. They didn't allow themselves to be overpowered again by the Dragons playing without an import.

The Dragons should now risk playing whoever available imports they have as Game 6 will be their win-or-go-home game.

I did not see the resilience that the Dragons normally show when they are down. This time, they look frustrated and cannot bounce back. Part of it is maybe because they are getting fouls more than the Gin Kings, even though the Gin kings are playing more aggressively. They tried in the fourth quarter, but they only got up to 6 points deficit and never really closed-in to the Gin Kings. They have to do better next game if they want to extend this series.

Ginebra should not feel relaxed next game and do their best to finish the series next game.

They should not. Even though they are ahead right now, the Dragons are still very dangerous. They will snatch Game 6 if Ginebra slacks on them.

[LogitechMouse]

The audience is the second-highest all-time at that venue. The most audience recorded there is Game 7 of the Philippine Cup between San Miguel Beermen and Alaska with 23,616. That's the game where SMB bounce back from a 0-3 deficit.

And crazy stats this Finals as this series between Ginebra and Bay Area Dragons is averaging 17,000 live audiences per game.

It's Sunday . Families especially those die hard Ginebra fans spent their family day watching their favorite team that's why they got that huge number of audiences.
Well, you said that "Beer-acle" as they are saying because they are the only team that bounced back from a 0-3 deficit. That's the first time in PBA history and it has never happened to NBA as well.

TBH, I didn't have time to watch the Game 5 which is quite unfortunate for me but as I look at the articles online, it looks like Yang and Blankley had an ankle sprain and Nicholson is still not sure if he will play in Game 6. On the other hand, their team captain Tenorio got a groin injury as well.

Ginebra leads series 3-2 but still no room for confidence. The Dragons are still a strong team with or without an import. What the Dragons need is a player/s that will step up offensively like what they did in Game 4 if they really want to extend this series to 7 games.

[Yamifoud]

The audience is the second-highest all-time at that venue. The most audience recorded there is Game 7 of the Philippine Cup between San Miguel Beermen and Alaska with 23,616. That's the game where SMB bounce back from a 0-3 deficit.

And crazy stats this Finals as this series between Ginebra and Bay Area Dragons is averaging 17,000 live audiences per game.

It's Sunday . Families especially those die hard Ginebra fans spent their family day watching their favorite team that's why they got that huge number of audiences.
Well, you said that "Beer-acle" as they are saying because they are the only team that bounced back from a 0-3 deficit. That's the first time in PBA history and it has never happened to NBA as well.

TBH, I didn't have time to watch the Game 5 which is quite unfortunate for me but as I look at the articles online, it looks like Yang and Blankley had an ankle sprain and Nicholson is still not sure if he will play in Game 6. On the other hand, their team captain Tenorio got a groin injury as well.

Ginebra leads series 3-2 but still no room for confidence. The Dragons are still a strong team with or without an import. What the Dragons need is a player/s that will step up offensively like what they did in Game 4 if they really want to extend this series to 7 games.

Tenorio might miss the next game if the injury is serious, but don't worry, we have Pringle who was the best player last game, with him being as part of the starting line up, Ginebra will be able to play a more fast pace game. No confirmation from Bay Area yet, but I'm hoping that Nicholson will play for us to be able to see a fair and entertaining game.

[Distinctin]

.......but I'm hoping that Nicholson will play for us to be able to see a fair and entertaining game.

It's not fair if the refs will try to rig the game. I have a feeling that we will see a game 7, so even if the Bay Area does not have an import in game 6, I think they will still be given a chance to win, so game 7 the PBA will make a lot of money. In game 7, it can be expected that there will be a huge number of audience, so most likely the event will be held in the Philippine Arena which has a maximum capacity of  55,000 persons.
source : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philippine_Arena

[mirakal]

.......but I'm hoping that Nicholson will play for us to be able to see a fair and entertaining game.

It's not fair if the refs will try to rig the game. I have a feeling that we will see a game 7, so even if the Bay Area does not have an import in game 6, I think they will still be given a chance to win, so game 7 the PBA will make a lot of money. In game 7, it can be expected that there will be a huge number of audience, so most likely the event will be held in the Philippine Arena which has a maximum capacity of  55,000 persons.
source : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philippine_Arena

Forget about that conspiracy theory, let them play the game and they should be ready with the miss calls or whatsoever. Because if they will always think that refs are not in their favor, then certainly they will not be able to win because of distraction. Glenn Yang was injured last time, he could be a great contributor to the team, but let's see if he can suit up in game 6 and Nicholson as well.

[arwin100]

.......but I'm hoping that Nicholson will play for us to be able to see a fair and entertaining game.

It's not fair if the refs will try to rig the game. I have a feeling that we will see a game 7, so even if the Bay Area does not have an import in game 6, I think they will still be given a chance to win, so game 7 the PBA will make a lot of money. In game 7, it can be expected that there will be a huge number of audience, so most likely the event will be held in the Philippine Arena which has a maximum capacity of  55,000 persons.
source : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philippine_Arena

That's how the business works on PBA so maybe best to ignore that since we or even the opponent guest team cannot prove that or strongly support that claim. So maybe for now lets just enjoy what performance done by BGSM players especially Thompson where his heart and hustle bring Ginebra to a huge victory last match up.

[Fredomago]

.......but I'm hoping that Nicholson will play for us to be able to see a fair and entertaining game.

It's not fair if the refs will try to rig the game. I have a feeling that we will see a game 7, so even if the Bay Area does not have an import in game 6, I think they will still be given a chance to win, so game 7 the PBA will make a lot of money. In game 7, it can be expected that there will be a huge number of audience, so most likely the event will be held in the Philippine Arena which has a maximum capacity of  55,000 persons.
source : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philippine_Arena

Forget about that conspiracy theory, let them play the game and they should be ready with the miss calls or whatsoever. Because if they will always think that refs are not in their favor, then certainly they will not be able to win because of distraction. Glenn Yang was injured last time, he could be a great contributor to the team, but let's see if he can suit up in game 6 and Nicholson as well.

They should move on if there's no call then they need to hassle more to stay in the game, I'm not saying that there's nothing like that inside the league but if they will dwell on it, the focus will not be good, both teams are expected to perform to the best that they can, as both are aiming the win, one is to finished the series while the other team will try to push to have a do-or-die final game 7.

We will know if who's much hungrier and who will stand out in game 6, the finals really bring huge profits both the gambling site and PBA..

[Shamm]

.......but I'm hoping that Nicholson will play for us to be able to see a fair and entertaining game.

It's not fair if the refs will try to rig the game. I have a feeling that we will see a game 7, so even if the Bay Area does not have an import in game 6, I think they will still be given a chance to win, so game 7 the PBA will make a lot of money. In game 7, it can be expected that there will be a huge number of audience, so most likely the event will be held in the Philippine Arena which has a maximum capacity of  55,000 persons.
source : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philippine_Arena

Forget about that conspiracy theory, let them play the game and they should be ready with the miss calls or whatsoever. Because if they will always think that refs are not in their favor, then certainly they will not be able to win because of distraction. Glenn Yang was injured last time, he could be a great contributor to the team, but let's see if he can suit up in game 6 and Nicholson as well.

They should move on if there's no call then they need to hassle more to stay in the game, I'm not saying that there's nothing like that inside the league but if they will dwell on it, the focus will not be good, both teams are expected to perform to the best that they can, as both are aiming the win, one is to finished the series while the other team will try to push to have a do-or-die final game 7.

We will know if who's much hungrier and who will stand out in game 6, the finals really bring huge profits both the gambling site and PBA..

This upcoming January 11 Bay area dragon will push to continue their journey here in the series and 1 more win ginebra will be the king and the champion in this season,  what a good play by both teams as we can see that they are doing great. But the most I impresses is that when ginebra how they manage their ball movement. And by the help of their import Justin Brownlee, they win the match and also Japeth   he is doing good also.

[blockman]

We will know if who's much hungrier and who will stand out in game 6

And I think that it will even surpass the audience attendance with the last game which is likely the highest number that's ever recorded.

the finals really bring huge profits both the gambling site and PBA..

As always. 
But if they're able to manage to make hype games during the earlier stage of every season like too many attendances wanting to watch the live games, for sure that the profit is going to be way higher.

[Fredomago]

We will know if who's much hungrier and who will stand out in game 6

And I think that it will even surpass the audience attendance with the last game which is likely the highest number that's ever recorded.

the finals really bring huge profits both the gambling site and PBA..

As always. 
But if they're able to manage to make hype games during the earlier stage of every season like too many attendances wanting to watch the live games, for sure that the profit is going to be way higher.

Luckily they manage to orchestrate this invitational events and it looks like we are seeing a good preview of team gilas, hahaha but kidding aside, PBA still unbalance in terms of those other teams outside MVP and SMC, the very reason why fans is no longer interested that much watching the live events, there are lots of lapses which driving the fans not to support the league anymore.

For now, let's enjoy the scenery and hope that we will see more quality games like this in the next coming season.

"Hopefully" we ain't sure but better to hope right?

[crzy]

We will know if who's much hungrier and who will stand out in game 6

And I think that it will even surpass the audience attendance with the last game which is likely the highest number that's ever recorded.

Its weekday’s game so probably many will hesitant to watch the game live but of course huge crowd will still be there and it can be a big help for Ginebra. This is their biggest chance to take the championship but they should not be complacent because the import of Bay Area will surely be back and help the team to force a do or die game, Bay Area is not giving up yet and probably as many believes this is part of the script.

[chaser15]

Its weekday’s game so probably many will hesitant to watch the game live but of course huge crowd will still be there and it can be a big help for Ginebra. This is their biggest chance to take the championship but they should not be complacent because the import of Bay Area will surely be back and help the team to force a do or die game, Bay Area is not giving up yet and probably as many believes this is part of the script.

What the hell, the series is intense and thrilling, and yet there are still people out there saying it's a script?

Do these people really watch the series or just waiting for the Final score? And when confronting these users which part of the game is scripted they can't even answer it properly lol. We should stop that conspiracy and just watch the game.

If Bay Area Dragons will win next game and extend the series to Game 7, that's not part of the fucking script but they really fought for it

[blockman]

As always. 
But if they're able to manage to make hype games during the earlier stage of every season like too many attendances wanting to watch the live games, for sure that the profit is going to be way higher.

Luckily they manage to orchestrate this invitational events and it looks like we are seeing a good preview of team gilas, hahaha but kidding aside, PBA still unbalance in terms of those other teams outside MVP and SMC, the very reason why fans is no longer interested that much watching the live events, there are lots of lapses which driving the fans not to support the league anymore.

For now, let's enjoy the scenery and hope that we will see more quality games like this in the next coming season.

"Hopefully" we ain't sure but better to hope right?

Yeah, that fact will not change until the trade and draft situations will change. SMC and MVP teams are always taking the advantage of it while the other teams that don't have any plans of winning are becoming their farm teams. It's not just the fans are aware of it and even the other teams and coaching staff are aware of it but they can't speak ill against the management because for sure Al and Marcial will give them a notice and will call them to their office. LOL

Its weekday’s game so probably many will hesitant to watch the game live but of course huge crowd will still be there and it can be a big help for Ginebra. This is their biggest chance to take the championship but they should not be complacent because the import of Bay Area will surely be back and help the team to force a do or die game, Bay Area is not giving up yet and probably as many believes this is part of the script.

Yeah, that was the weekend so it makes sense that the crowd is vast. But let's still see since there is just 1 probable game away or 2 if it continues to game 7.

[jakelyson]

We will know if who's much hungrier and who will stand out in game 6

And I think that it will even surpass the audience attendance with the last game which is likely the highest number that's ever recorded.

Its weekday’s game so probably many will hesitant to watch the game live but of course huge crowd will still be there and it can be a big help for Ginebra. This is their biggest chance to take the championship but they should not be complacent because the import of Bay Area will surely be back and help the team to force a do or die game, Bay Area is not giving up yet and probably as many believes this is part of the script.

Still expect a big crowd. Whenever Ginebra is playing in the Finals, expect that their supporters will show up. Especially now that they are against a strong guest team. I am expecting a larger attendance in game 6 and would be a larger crowd if Bay Area Dragon will force a game 7.

Yeah, that fact will not change until the trade and draft situations will change. SMC and MVP teams are always taking the advantage of it while the other teams that don't have any plans of winning are becoming their farm teams. It's not just the fans are aware of it and even the other teams and coaching staff are aware of it but they can't speak ill against the management because for sure Al and Marcial will give them a notice and will call them to their office. LOL

It is what it is in PBA. I think it will not change as long as there is no rule prohibiting it and that farm teams allow themselves to be farm teams.
 
I am just thankful that this guest team is strong, and they were able to give us good competition against the top team of SMC. PBA has not been this exciting for a long time now. Hopefully, we still see strong guest teams next conference or season. I hope they still want to come even after the allegation of bias referees and fixing games.

[harizen]

Yeah, that fact will not change until the trade and draft situations will change. SMC and MVP teams are always taking the advantage of it while the other teams that don't have any plans of winning are becoming their farm teams. It's not just the fans are aware of it and even the other teams and coaching staff are aware of it but they can't speak ill against the management because for sure Al and Marcial will give them a notice and will call them to their office. LOL

SMC and MVP only have the power to spend big money on getting good players. We can't blame the independent teams if they are left behind. As for players, why they will stick to these independent teams if there are big offers from big companies? It just makes sense to think that SMC and MVP will always have the advantage.

But there is an independent team that is serious about building a legacy and they are the only ones that I see being active in furnishing their roster.

I'm referring to Converge and hope they will repeat they're good rally next conference and be able to find a good import in the Governors' Cup.