2025 PBA Governor's Cup

[bisdak40]

To gain more attention I also think that SMB will be the favorite here and the handicap might be more than what we've seen last game 1, bookies knows how to play with the gambler and for sure they will give decent options for those who loves betting to this series, gonna wait for the live game and see if I can spare some for SMB, as I do believe that they will push their way to tie the series in winning game 2.

Well, if you have placed your bet for SMB, you might win tonight as the Beermen are having a hot start of the game. End of the first quarter and they are leading by 12 points, 30-18. It's now TNT who is struggling to score as their perimeter shooting is not there. Hope that the Beermen could sustain this lead and even the series at 1-1, but there are still too much time to go.

[Russlenat]

Hope that the Beermen could sustain this lead and even the series at 1-1, but there are still too much time to go.

They did, and that makes the series even at 1–1 now. I can already see how this might play out, I’m leaning toward this going to a Game 7. For Game 3, it could go either way, TNT or SMB, but whoever wins Game 3 might end up losing Game 4, which would turn this into a best-of-three series. If we’re looking to bet and really make it count, I think Game 4 could be the best spot.

[mirakal]

If we’re looking to bet and really make it count, I think Game 4 could be the best spot.

I’ll take note of this scenario.

But man, after checking our local competition and just doing a quick scan, you’re actually leading right now since you correctly predicted both Game 1 and Game 2. If TNT ends up winning Game 3, you’ll still be on top. Most of us have predictions going all the way to Game 7 anyway, which kind of shows how likely this series is to reach that point. Game 3 will be tomorrow at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, I'm predicting this to be a high scoring one since the last 2 games all went under.

[Mr. Magkaisa]

If we’re looking to bet and really make it count, I think Game 4 could be the best spot.

I’ll take note of this scenario.

But man, after checking our local competition and just doing a quick scan, you’re actually leading right now since you correctly predicted both Game 1 and Game 2. If TNT ends up winning Game 3, you’ll still be on top. Most of us have predictions going all the way to Game 7 anyway, which kind of shows how likely this series is to reach that point. Game 3 will be tomorrow at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, I'm predicting this to be a high scoring one since the last 2 games all went under.

Game 3, I hope Brondial will play that night. looks like he  had a very ba landing and SMB will make him rest more, Tomorrow, Both team already adjusted from their previous games and will will see a closer game, I really hope.

But man, after checking our local competition and just doing a quick scan, you’re actually leading right now since you correctly predicted both Game 1 and Game 2.

In terms of game 1 and 2, he ( @Russlenat ) is the only one who got the corrects answers on both games. BUT, he only gets 1 points on our Questions number 10-12.
We have 4 people with 3 points.

[Fredomago]

Hope that the Beermen could sustain this lead and even the series at 1-1, but there are still too much time to go.

They did, and that makes the series even at 1–1 now. I can already see how this might play out, I’m leaning toward this going to a Game 7. For Game 3, it could go either way, TNT or SMB, but whoever wins Game 3 might end up losing Game 4, which would turn this into a best-of-three series. If we’re looking to bet and really make it count, I think Game 4 could be the best spot.

Refs are doing their tricks again, there are lots of misscalls and seems that coach Chot imply that the game already over even there's still more than 9 minutes not sure but he's waiving his handkercheif, a kind of gesture that will manipulate fans perspectives, but watching the game I also notice those misscalls but it's not always in favor of SMB there are also calls where TNT gained favor.

Moving back to these series, it's good for gamblers if they'll push this till game 7, more game means more chance to bet then if luck permits will win decently.

[bisdak40]

Moving back to these series, it's good for gamblers if they'll push this till game 7, more game means more chance to bet then if luck permits will win decently.

If the series goes to Game 7, we won’t be profitable by betting a fixed amount on our favorite team because of the bookies’ juice. That’s why, if I lose Game 3, I plan to double my bet on the next game. This strategy would still make me profitable even if the series extends to Game 7, though I doubt it will — I believe it will end at Game 6, just like last year’s finals.

[Sanitough]

I believe it will end at Game 6, just like last year’s finals.

Nice spread you got there, because I’m seeing it at -5.5 now. Could this be because of SMB’s performance in Game 2? It almost feels like the line is hinting that a TNT player might be out tonight. I didn’t catch Game 2, so if anyone has info on why the line moved this much, that would help.

San Miguel Beermen backers, what’s the read here?

[mirakal]

San Miguel Beermen backers, what’s the read here?

Nothing really changes here. TNT is still fully intact, it’s just that SMB has all the hype right now. What I expect in Game 3 is a more physical matchup, and I don’t see TNT allowing SMB to jump out to an early lead like what happened in Game 2. Every game matters for them at this point.

As long as the officiating is fair, we should get a really entertaining game, probably a close one.
I’m backing TNT here, +5 already looks like good value, but I’m actually going for the moneyline at 2.67 odds.

[Japinat]

As long as the officiating is fair, we should get a really entertaining game, probably a close one.
I’m backing TNT here, +5 already looks like good value, but I’m actually going for the moneyline at 2.67 odds.

Officiating will never really be fair, at least not in the PBA. If TNT is getting +5, that tells me the bookies might be underestimating them a bit.
We’ve already seen how they play, they don’t just rely on their starters, their second unit is solid too.

Game 3 is tonight and we’re probably in for a really good one. SMB looks like they’re off to another strong start, so the big question now is how TNT responds this time. For anyone who wants to catch up, live betting is still there.

[Finestream]

Game 3 is tonight and we’re probably in for a really good one. SMB looks like they’re off to another strong start, so the big question now is how TNT responds this time. For anyone who wants to catch up, live betting is still there.

They call it a game of runs for a reason. After SMB’s huge first-quarter run, TNT answered back in the second quarter and held SMB to just 11 points, probably their lowest output so far this playoffs. By halftime, it was already TNT who had taken the lead. Now we’re in the interesting part, the third quarter. The big question is whether SMB can respond with a run of their own and try to regain control heading into the fourth. We’ll see how it plays out, this game has turned out to be really unpredictable so far.

[mirakal]

As long as the officiating is fair, we should get a really entertaining game, probably a close one.
I’m backing TNT here, +5 already looks like good value, but I’m actually going for the moneyline at 2.67 odds.

Officiating will never really be fair, at least not in the PBA. If TNT is getting +5, that tells me the bookies might be underestimating them a bit.
We’ve already seen how they play, they don’t just rely on their starters, their second unit is solid too.

Game 3 is tonight and we’re probably in for a really good one. SMB looks like they’re off to another strong start, so the big question now is how TNT responds this time. For anyone who wants to catch up, live betting is still there.

For a moment it really looked like my bet was going to win since TNT was starting to take control of the game. But in the 4th quarter, CJ Perez just exploded and hit some really crucial shots for SMB. One was a four-point play, and the last dagger was a three that pushed the lead to four. After that, TNT Tropang Giga couldn’t respond anymore.

With that, SMB is now leading the series 2–1.

[Russlenat]

With that, SMB is now leading the series 2–1.

I’m all in on TNT for Game 4. I know it sounds crazy, but I’m kind of expecting they’ll get a bit of help from the refs so they can even up the series. That last game was already a win for TNT until they collapsed in the final quarter, and CJ Perez just hit those shots at the perfect time, he was really the reason SMB pulled it off. Game 4 will be on Wednesday, and I’m expecting a strong bounce-back from TNT Tropang Giga.

[Fredomago]

With that, SMB is now leading the series 2–1.

I’m all in on TNT for Game 4. I know it sounds crazy, but I’m kind of expecting they’ll get a bit of help from the refs so they can even up the series. That last game was already a win for TNT until they collapsed in the final quarter, and CJ Perez just hit those shots at the perfect time, he was really the reason SMB pulled it off. Game 4 will be on Wednesday, and I’m expecting a strong bounce-back from TNT Tropang Giga.

The timing of those wild shots gave SMB the win I agree, and similar to what you said kabayan it's almost a win for TNT though SMB got a good run during the first half but TNT manage to outrun them but those outside shots from Perez very crucial but it went and gave them that momentum to overturn the tempo then completed the win, game 4 will be an interesting one, if these series will be push till game 7 chances that TNT will win the game back, else it would be too difficult once SMB gained that 3-1 lead, they can complete it without giving any chance for TNT to extend the series.

[Sanitough]

San Miguel Beermen backers, what’s the read here?

Nothing really changes here. TNT is still fully intact, it’s just that SMB has all the hype right now. What I expect in Game 3 is a more physical matchup, and I don’t see TNT allowing SMB to jump out to an early lead like what happened in Game 2. Every game matters for them at this point.

As long as the officiating is fair, we should get a really entertaining game, probably a close one.
I’m backing TNT here, +5 already looks like good value, but I’m actually going for the moneyline at 2.67 odds.

I saw they were basically complete and they almost pulled it off. Everyone played, except Castro of course. If not for CJ Perez, TNT could’ve won that game. Overall though, it was really entertaining and stayed close until the end, but that one shot from CJ changed everything and completely swung the momentum to SMB.

In the end, that’s why the -3.5 made sense as a starting line, and if you were on TNT Tropang Giga, you still cashed despite the loss as SMB only won by 5 points (96-95).

[xLays]

I didn’t watch the full game, I only watched the highlights on youtube. SMB’s comeback was really insane. If we base it only on the youtube highlights, JC Perez has a big chance of becoming PBA Finals MVP. I think he scored 7 points in the last four minutes if I remember correctly. He had 4 point shot not 4 point play and then a 3 pointer. It could have been 2-1 for Talk N Text, but SMB came back, so I wouldn’t be surprised if this goes to Game 7. SMB in 6 or 7.

[bisdak40]

I didn’t watch the full game, I only watched the highlights on youtube. SMB’s comeback was really insane. If we base it only on the youtube highlights, JC Perez has a big chance of becoming PBA Finals MVP. I think he scored 7 points in the last four minutes if I remember correctly. He had 4 point shot not 4 point play and then a 3 pointer. It could have been 2-1 for Talk N Text, but SMB came back, so I wouldn’t be surprised if this goes to Game 7. SMB in 6 or 7.

That comeback was absolutely insane. Honestly, I stopped watching when the score was 86–89 in favor of TNT, thinking they already had the momentum and I had accepted the loss. But when I saw the final score, I immediately checked the highlights on YouTube—and what a spectacular display of guts from CJ Perez. He wasn’t afraid to take those big shots that ultimately secured the win. If he can deliver two more strong performances, I believe he has a real shot at becoming the Finals MVP.

[Fredomago]

I didn’t watch the full game, I only watched the highlights on youtube. SMB’s comeback was really insane. If we base it only on the youtube highlights, JC Perez has a big chance of becoming PBA Finals MVP. I think he scored 7 points in the last four minutes if I remember correctly. He had 4 point shot not 4 point play and then a 3 pointer. It could have been 2-1 for Talk N Text, but SMB came back, so I wouldn’t be surprised if this goes to Game 7. SMB in 6 or 7.

That comeback was absolutely insane. Honestly, I stopped watching when the score was 86–89 in favor of TNT, thinking they already had the momentum and I had accepted the loss. But when I saw the final score, I immediately checked the highlights on YouTube—and what a spectacular display of guts from CJ Perez. He wasn’t afraid to take those big shots that ultimately secured the win. If he can deliver two more strong performances, I believe he has a real shot at becoming the Finals MVP.

Lucky bounce by SMB for cashing out courtesy of Perez kabayan! hahaha, though even how good TNT's defense that crucial shots of CJ manage to bring the win for them, it's for them I guess cause like what you said, the momentum is likely siding the TNT after rallying back but SMB's fate is not done yet they've got those two important long shots from CJ then win the game, let's see what adjustments TNT will do this upcoming game 4, they need the win to keep the series as winnable as possible, losing two straight is tough to bounce back in chasing for the title.

[Mr. Magkaisa]

I didn’t watch the full game, I only watched the highlights on youtube. SMB’s comeback was really insane. If we base it only on the youtube highlights, JC Perez has a big chance of becoming PBA Finals MVP. I think he scored 7 points in the last four minutes if I remember correctly. He had 4 point shot not 4 point play and then a 3 pointer. It could have been 2-1 for Talk N Text, but SMB came back, so I wouldn’t be surprised if this goes to Game 7. SMB in 6 or 7.

That comeback was absolutely insane. Honestly, I stopped watching when the score was 86–89 in favor of TNT, thinking they already had the momentum and I had accepted the loss. But when I saw the final score, I immediately checked the highlights on YouTube—and what a spectacular display of guts from CJ Perez. He wasn’t afraid to take those big shots that ultimately secured the win. If he can deliver two more strong performances, I believe he has a real shot at becoming the Finals MVP.

Lucky bounce by SMB for cashing out courtesy of Perez kabayan! hahaha, though even how good TNT's defense that crucial shots of CJ manage to bring the win for them, it's for them I guess cause like what you said, the momentum is likely siding the TNT after rallying back but SMB's fate is not done yet they've got those two important long shots from CJ then win the game, let's see what adjustments TNT will do this upcoming game 4, they need the win to keep the series as winnable as possible, losing two straight is tough to bounce back in chasing for the title.

That last 2.5 minutes of 4th Quarter is really amazing, a ball game that anyone can win the game. Both teams were great. Perez is really the predator that ate Talk and text with 2 dagger.
more than 2 moinutes remaining SMB was leading by 5 when TNT hit a dagger 3 that started a 8-0 run that made TNT lead by 3. Its just Beernight because of 17 points from CJ in the 4th.

Thats it!! 4-1 SMB jk!

[Ziskinberg]

Thats it!! 4-1 SMB jk!

Not too fast, bro. Once TNT evens the series at 2–2, things will definitely get interesting. We’ll see this Wednesday if TNT can respond, because if they can’t and they go down 3–1, that’s already a tough spot to come back from, it almost feels like a sure series win for SMB at that point.

I checked the lines earlier and I don’t see anything yet, probably it’ll be out tomorrow.

What do you think the opening line for SMB will be?

[Fredomago]

Thats it!! 4-1 SMB jk!

Not too fast, bro. Once TNT evens the series at 2–2, things will definitely get interesting. We’ll see this Wednesday if TNT can respond, because if they can’t and they go down 3–1, that’s already a tough spot to come back from, it almost feels like a sure series win for SMB at that point.

I checked the lines earlier and I don’t see anything yet, probably it’ll be out tomorrow.

What do you think the opening line for SMB will be?

For me, still slight favorite here though bookies switch tha depends from how gambler react with their initial offer, it's tough to tell since witnessing what happened during game 3 the chance for TNT to win the game again is really something that can be consider,let see if how bookies will come up with their offer and how they will assess this upcoming game between SMB and TNT.