2025 PBA Governor's Cup

[Fredomago]

Congrats to SMB. Looks like the series is ending tonight.

Fajardo carried the team again with a 20/20 (+) game, points and rebounds. If he really wants to close this out, it’s no surprise why he’s considered the best player.
Like what was mentioned earlier, it was a very physical game, which explains the low scoring. The under 193.5 cashes tonight.

It's done and SMB win another title, like what you said those who took the under wins their bets and also those who believes placing their bets either ML or handicap, SMB did not allow that great comeback of TNT, I was in the impression when Heading manage to make that shot giving TNT their lead during the 3rd quarter will be the start of overrunning SMB, but it didn't last long as SMB don't have any plan to give up and being upset, Perez and Fajardo really took care of the business together of all those players who played for coach Leo, congrats mga kabayan!

[Russlenat]

That was way too easy for SMB. TNT managed to claw back after a huge first-quarter deficit, but they still ended up losing in the end.

Coach Chot didn’t look happy at all, he seemed to complain a lot, even hinting that the refs were favoring SMB.
TNT really needs to improve if they want to truly match up with SMB. They can reach the finals, sure, but they keep folding against SMB’s strong lineup.

I didn’t catch the awarding after the game, but I’m guessing JMF takes another Finals MVP.

[Japinat]

I didn’t catch the awarding after the game, but I’m guessing JMF takes another Finals MVP.

you are right, he won the finals MVP.  here's the video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ce6VQUd1Ng

Does anyone here know when the next conference will resume?

There should be imports next time, right? I’m hoping TNT keeps RHJ as their import so they can try to get some revenge for that loss.

Bad news for SMB though, because Brownlee will almost surely be Ginebra’s import again. SMB is really strong in the All-Filipino Cup, but once it’s an import conference, it’s a different story. Not so sure how they’ll stack up there.

[bisdak40]

I didn’t catch the awarding after the game, but I’m guessing JMF takes another Finals MVP.

you are right, he won the finals MVP.  here's the video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ce6VQUd1Ng

Does anyone here know when the next conference will resume?

There should be imports next time, right? I’m hoping TNT keeps RHJ as their import so they can try to get some revenge for that loss.

Bad news for SMB though, because Brownlee will almost surely be Ginebra’s import again. SMB is really strong in the All-Filipino Cup, but once it’s an import conference, it’s a different story. Not so sure how they’ll stack up there.

There’s still no definite schedule for the next PBA conference, but I heard a commentator mention that the All-Star Game will take place in March. Based on that, it’s likely the league will resume right after, making it safe to assume that the Commissioner’s Cup will kick off in March.

Meanwhile, Rondae Hollis-Jefferson is now TNT’s resident import, having already signed a contract with the team. Unfortunately, he suffered an injury last year and is currently in the U.S. recovering. Hopefully, he’ll be back in time to reinforce TNT in the upcoming conference.

[mirakal]

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[Mr. Magkaisa]

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[Fredomago]

At @Mr. Magkaisa, sent you the $50 bet for the finals series.

Congratulations bro!

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Thank you Kabayan, till your next free contest even I didn't win I will always check on it and if possible will join, I was in the impression that it will extend till game 7 but SMB secure their win getting that series advantage they did not give any opportunity to push the do-or-die game 7 making sure that they will earn another title, Congrats mga kabayan!

[bisdak40]

Trade alert!!!

Calvin Abueva's trade request to his mother team Titan has been approved by the commissioner's office and now it is official that he will be going to Converge in exchange TItan will get 3 players from Converge, Rey Suerte, King Caralipio, and Mark Denver Omega. I think this is the dream of Calvin Abueva to play under coach Delta Pineda.

What do you think of this trade guys, do Converge win this one and can they maximize the remaining playing years of the Beast?

Calvin Abueva headed to Converge in trade; Titan to get 3 players

https://www.spin.ph/basketball/pba/calvin-abueva-headed-to-converge-in-trade-titan-to-get-3-players-a795-20260203?ref=home_hybrid_1

[Finestream]

Trade alert!!!

Calvin Abueva's trade request to his mother team Titan has been approved by the commissioner's office and now it is official that he will be going to Converge in exchange TItan will get 3 players from Converge, Rey Suerte, King Caralipio, and Mark Denver Omega. I think this is the dream of Calvin Abueva to play under coach Delta Pineda.

What do you think of this trade guys, do Converge win this one and can they maximize the remaining playing years of the Beast?

Calvin Abueva headed to Converge in trade; Titan to get 3 players

https://www.spin.ph/basketball/pba/calvin-abueva-headed-to-converge-in-trade-titan-to-get-3-players-a795-20260203?ref=home_hybrid_1

I honestly thought trades were happening only in the NBA right now, so seeing this PBA news surprised me, but it’s actually good news. The current team, even with Abueva dropping 40+ points at times, is still pretty bad overall since he is with the team that is not a playoff team, so something clearly needed to change.

Now that he’s with Converge, which is a legit contender, he can really help improve the team. I’d like to see him in the starting lineup too. They’re already solid with their bigs, so adding someone who can score, rebound, and bring energy is a good move by Converge in my opinion.

[Sanitough]

Now that he’s with Converge, which is a legit contender, he can really help improve the team. I’d like to see him in the starting lineup too. They’re already solid with their bigs, so adding someone who can score, rebound, and bring energy is a good move by Converge in my opinion.

This is actually good news. I honestly thought Calvin was already done, but that trade before sending him to NorthPort turned out to be a blessing in disguise. Now that he’s been traded again, he’s on a team where he actually has a real shot at winning another championship before he retires.

He’s not getting any younger, but he’s still balling and making an impact, so for me this is easily one of the best trades so far.

[Mr. Magkaisa]

Now that he’s with Converge, which is a legit contender, he can really help improve the team. I’d like to see him in the starting lineup too. They’re already solid with their bigs, so adding someone who can score, rebound, and bring energy is a good move by Converge in my opinion.

This is actually good news. I honestly thought Calvin was already done, but that trade before sending him to NorthPort turned out to be a blessing in disguise. Now that he’s been traded again, he’s on a team where he actually has a real shot at winning another championship before he retires.

He’s not getting any younger, but he’s still balling and making an impact, so for me this is easily one of the best trades so far.

3 Players for Abueva, I know Calvin is getting old at the age of 38 he might be limited very soon but the play and sffort he showed he can still last 2 or more year maybe 4?
Those 3 players arent enough, Titan should trade other players and make a good support for calvin. This is a big win for the Converge, But still painful when i think of Headings and Mikey.

Well, This will make the PBA more interesting as Abueva is now in Converge. Excited for the next AFC!

Importssssss.... I hope List will go out soon.

[Fredomago]

Now that he’s with Converge, which is a legit contender, he can really help improve the team. I’d like to see him in the starting lineup too. They’re already solid with their bigs, so adding someone who can score, rebound, and bring energy is a good move by Converge in my opinion.

This is actually good news. I honestly thought Calvin was already done, but that trade before sending him to NorthPort turned out to be a blessing in disguise. Now that he’s been traded again, he’s on a team where he actually has a real shot at winning another championship before he retires.

He’s not getting any younger, but he’s still balling and making an impact, so for me this is easily one of the best trades so far.

I agree and by adding him it will be an additional boost and spark for this team, having Balti, Arana, Stockton and Gomez De-Liano that's a solid core if Abueva's game play fits to their system, with his tenurity and experienced he can uplift those young superstars and knowing him when he do his old tactics it will boost the entire team, let see how things will change and affect the whole system of this independent team, they are already competitive so we may more from them after acquiring Abueva.

[bisdak40]

Importssssss.... I hope List will go out soon.

There is still no official list of imports at this time, but I came across a social media post claiming that TNT is in serious negotiations with Bol Bol’s camp to bring him in as their import for the Commissioner’s Cup. With RHJ still recovering from his injury, this move could be huge. If the deal pushes through, I believe TNT would instantly become the favorites to win the championship—after all, Bol Bol’s rare combination of height and athleticism would make him nearly impossible to guard in the PBA.

[Fredomago]

Importssssss.... I hope List will go out soon.

There is still no official list of imports at this time, but I came across a social media post claiming that TNT is in serious negotiations with Bol Bol’s camp to bring him in as their import for the Commissioner’s Cup. With RHJ still recovering from his injury, this move could be huge. If the deal pushes through, I believe TNT would instantly become the favorites to win the championship—after all, Bol Bol’s rare combination of height and athleticism would make him nearly impossible to guard in the PBA.

Wow that's great if they'll managed to bring him here that's an additional attraction to the fans, Bol Bol may bring additional entertainment if ever he shows up his full skills and TNT's system maximize him, though there's no list but for sure it's another interesting as each teams will bring their reinforcement to aid them with their campaigns, I like to see Converge and ROS to keep that competitiveness and bring decent import to help them to have a better run this upcoming season.

[mirakal]

Great news, I just read about the upcoming mid-season conference starting this March 11, so it’s not even that long to wait. What makes it more exciting is that the Macau Black Bears will be joining as a guest team in the Philippine Basketball Association. Last time, we had the Bay Area Dragons, and now we’re getting another strong foreign team, so this should be really fun to watch. From what I’ve seen, this looks like a solid team too, and I wouldn’t be surprised if they end up reaching the finals against one of our local squads.

How do you guys see the next conference coming up, are you excited about this news too?

[Maslate]

How do you guys see the next conference coming up, are you excited about this news too?

I’m really excited about this, especially since there’s a guest team again. Thanks for sharing the schedule too, even if we still need to wait a bit, at least now we know when it’s coming.

For this next conference, there’s already an import slot as usual, and the best imports in the PBA are expected to be back. RHJ and JB will be playing again, which already makes things exciting. As for the guest team, I really hope they’re strong so our local teams get challenged. It doesn’t really matter who faces them in the finals if they reach that level. Whether it’s SMB, TNT, or Barangay Ginebra, any of those teams can give them a tough fight.

[Mr. Magkaisa]

🏀 Confirmed Imports (2026 PBA Commissioner's Cup)

• NLEX Road Warriors:
Cady Lalanne — Haitian import signed by NLEX for the 2026 Commissioner's Cup.

• Phoenix Fuel Masters:
James Dickey — Confirmed as Phoenix’s import for the 2026 Commissioner's Cup.

The 2026 PBA Commissioner's Cup is the second conference of the 2025-26 PBA season, starting March 11, 2026, and features imports with no height limit.

PBA Import

[bisdak40]

Great news, I just read about the upcoming mid-season conference starting this March 11, so it’s not even that long to wait. What makes it more exciting is that the Macau Black Bears will be joining as a guest team in the Philippine Basketball Association. Last time, we had the Bay Area Dragons, and now we’re getting another strong foreign team, so this should be really fun to watch. From what I’ve seen, this looks like a solid team too, and I wouldn’t be surprised if they end up reaching the finals against one of our local squads.

How do you guys see the next conference coming up, are you excited about this news too?

I’m really excited about this development, mate. It’s a smart move by the PBA to bring back guest teams like the Macau Bears, and I’m also hoping we’ll see quality imports joining the league. With no height limit on imports in this Commissioner’s Cup, it would be amazing to see Bol Bol in action. That kind of star power would definitely draw more fans to watch the games live in the arena.

[mirakal]

I’m really excited about this development, mate. It’s a smart move by the PBA to bring back guest teams like the Macau Bears, and I’m also hoping we’ll see quality imports joining the league. With no height limit on imports in this Commissioner’s Cup, it would be amazing to see Bol Bol in action. That kind of star power would definitely draw more fans to watch the games live in the arena.

The last time I remember Ginebra facing Bay Area in the Finals, it was really huge for the PBA, especially since Game 7, if I remember correctly, was held at the Philippine Arena, and I think that ended up being one of the games with the highest attendance in history. So for me, something like that will probably only happen again once we see another guest team that’s strong and well-funded at that level, because not every foreign team can really bring that kind of hype and competition.