2026 PBA Governor's Cup

[Questat]

Tnt is an experience team even though they don't have import they can still match other teams with import we see it before with Ginebra in the finals they were able to match Stack team of the gin kings, so im not surprise they were able to match Meralco, now the question is who really is the import that the tropa is going to tap, McCullough seems to be the right import for them not the naturalized Pilipino, in my opinion McCullough has the right tool and skills to push the team into the finals, what are your opinion guys?

Has this guy McCullough already played before in the PBA? The name sounds familiar, but why is he being mentioned in the conversation now?

Is there news that he could possibly be the new import of TNT? I’m just curious because I have not read the latest updates. Last time I checked, it was the naturalized import who was already here in the Philippines, but he still had no clearance, so he was not able to play.

But if you compare him with McCullough, of course McCullough is better, especially if he is the same player I’m thinking of. He has already played internationally, and we have seen how good he can be.

[Russlenat]

But if you compare him with McCullough, of course McCullough is better, especially if he is the same player I’m thinking of. He has already played internationally, and we have seen how good he can be.

I read a news about this and its official.. meanwhile...

PBA: Like TNT, Meralco also parading new import in Game 4

MANILA, Philippines—It turns out, TNT won’t be the only team parading a new import in Game 4 of the PBA Commissioner’s Cup semifinals on Wednesday.

In a surprise move, Meralco let go of Marvin Jones and replaced him with floor-spacing big man Patrick Gardner.

So both teams will have new imports in Game 4. Maybe this big man for Meralco will be a big help because their current import was really good in the regular season, but has been less effective in the semifinals.

I think it is a good decision because losing to a team without an import was really embarrassing. Meralco needs to respond, and bringing in a stronger import might give them the inside presence and confidence they badly need.

[mirakal]

I think it is a good decision because losing to a team without an import was really embarrassing. Meralco needs to respond, and bringing in a stronger import might give them the inside presence and confidence they badly need.

I would do the same if I were the management of Meralco. It was already their advantage that TNT did not have an import, but they still lost.

And another thing, I think they cannot just blame it on the import. Maybe the coaching staff should also be evaluated. I mean, if they really made plays for their import to attack inside and dominate but he still failed, then maybe the blame is on the import. But if not, then they also need to look at their own mistakes.

Now with the new imports, it will be more unpredictable who will win. But knowing the import of TNT, he is good, so I would still bet on them.

Let’s look at the line now.

TNT -2.5 vs Meralco
ROS +2.5 vs Ginebra

This line is quite tricky to be honest. I think I would just parlay Meralco and ROS here. Two dogs should give a better payout.

[tech30338]

But if you compare him with McCullough, of course McCullough is better, especially if he is the same player I’m thinking of. He has already played internationally, and we have seen how good he can be.

I read a news about this and its official.. meanwhile...

PBA: Like TNT, Meralco also parading new import in Game 4

MANILA, Philippines—It turns out, TNT won’t be the only team parading a new import in Game 4 of the PBA Commissioner’s Cup semifinals on Wednesday.

In a surprise move, Meralco let go of Marvin Jones and replaced him with floor-spacing big man Patrick Gardner.

So both teams will have new imports in Game 4. Maybe this big man for Meralco will be a big help because their current import was really good in the regular season, but has been less effective in the semifinals.

I think it is a good decision because losing to a team without an import was really embarrassing. Meralco needs to respond, and bringing in a stronger import might give them the inside presence and confidence they badly need.

They already select McCullough to be their import in this semis, this is a great boost inside the basket, there will be no issue in rebounding, with Kelly and the new import outside shooting will be open for them, but the import also have great arsenal the Meralco bolts is in trouble, if gins and TNT will to face-off Gins local will need to step up, because Brownlee will have a tough time guarding the TNT import because if length and speed, but we know Cone will have some tactics but lets not count out ROS.

[Fredomago]

I think it is a good decision because losing to a team without an import was really embarrassing. Meralco needs to respond, and bringing in a stronger import might give them the inside presence and confidence they badly need.

I would do the same if I were the management of Meralco. It was already their advantage that TNT did not have an import, but they still lost.

And another thing, I think they cannot just blame it on the import. Maybe the coaching staff should also be evaluated. I mean, if they really made plays for their import to attack inside and dominate but he still failed, then maybe the blame is on the import. But if not, then they also need to look at their own mistakes.

Now with the new imports, it will be more unpredictable who will win. But knowing the import of TNT, he is good, so I would still bet on them.

Let’s look at the line now.

TNT -2.5 vs Meralco
ROS +2.5 vs Ginebra

This line is quite tricky to be honest. I think I would just parlay Meralco and ROS here. Two dogs should give a better payout.

Risky but if both teams still wanted to extend their chance they need to go all in, else, both Gin kings and TNT  will take that comfortable edge in these series, though the outcomes will be depends on how both underdogs will perform as it's much better to see a extended series as all the remaining 4 teams are deserving to move forward for the finals. Good luck kabayan!

[Questat]

ROS won and they have evened the series. Now in the second game, it looks like Meralco is also going to even the series as they are in control after the first quarter.

Both teams have new imports, but so far it is Meralco’s import who is playing well. Gardner looks like an all-around big guy, he does not only focus inside, his 3-point shooting is also good. Right now he already has 8 points, and from three he is 2-for-2 already. This is getting interesting, and it would be a big lift for Meralco if they win this game.

[Russlenat]

ROS won and they have evened the series. Now in the second game, it looks like Meralco is also going to even the series as they are in control after the first quarter.

Both teams have new imports, but so far it is Meralco’s import who is playing well. Gardner looks like an all-around big guy, he does not only focus inside, his 3-point shooting is also good. Right now he already has 8 points, and from three he is 2-for-2 already. This is getting interesting, and it would be a big lift for Meralco if they win this game.

Classic TNT, they always know how to come back. Now Meralco’s lead is down to only 2 points because TNT made a run in the 2nd quarter, and Meralco was already in penalty early so TNT got more free throws. Now the game is close and either team could win, but Meralco needs to respond. They cannot give TNT a chance to take the lead in the 3rd quarter because TNT has been very good in the 4th.

Good luck to Meralco, hope they can even the series as well.

[Fredomago]

ROS won and they have evened the series. Now in the second game, it looks like Meralco is also going to even the series as they are in control after the first quarter.

Both teams have new imports, but so far it is Meralco’s import who is playing well. Gardner looks like an all-around big guy, he does not only focus inside, his 3-point shooting is also good. Right now he already has 8 points, and from three he is 2-for-2 already. This is getting interesting, and it would be a big lift for Meralco if they win this game.

Classic TNT, they always know how to come back. Now Meralco’s lead is down to only 2 points because TNT made a run in the 2nd quarter, and Meralco was already in penalty early so TNT got more free throws. Now the game is close and either team could win, but Meralco needs to respond. They cannot give TNT a chance to take the lead in the 3rd quarter because TNT has been very good in the 4th.

Good luck to Meralco, hope they can even the series as well.

TNT did managed to close the gap before the half but meralco have their own run and they win the game, both series are now tied and it's good to see that gamblers do have extended time to bet for their respective teams to support, all teams in this semi-finals are all capable as they all trying to win against another, it's more on game play and players good executions for them to win and advance to the finals.

[Russlenat]

TNT did managed to close the gap before the half but meralco have their own run and they win the game, both series are now tied and it's good to see that gamblers do have extended time to bet for their respective teams to support, all teams in this semi-finals are all capable as they all trying to win against another, it's more on game play and players good executions for them to win and advance to the finals.

That 4th quarter was huge for Meralco. Even if their import fouled out, they were still able to maintain their composure. I think the biggest game changer there was Cansino’s 4-point shot. That was already almost a bad shot because the clock was dying, but he still made it sink. Great job by the team, and now the series is down to a best-of-3.

Tomorrow, the games will resume.

Meralco +3.5 vs TNT
Ginebra -3.5 vs ROS

[mirakal]

Tomorrow, the games will resume.

Meralco +3.5 vs TNT
Ginebra -3.5 vs ROS

Tomorrow is Friday, no way Ginebra loses to ROS, so I will pick Ginebra to win here.

But on the other matchup, this one is quite confusing because at the back of my mind it is telling me Meralco, but my heart says TNT. I guess I will follow what does not betray me. My choice here is TNT and Ginebra, both at -3.5.

I'm betting on the total as well, I don't see the line but im on UNDER.

[Russlenat]

I'm betting on the total as well, I don't see the line but im on UNDER.

Looks solid because it feels like a do-or-die game already. Whoever wins this one will probably take control of the series, being ahead by 1 win and needing just one more to finish it, so I expect both teams to play hard tonight. Meralco vs TNT looks like an under for me. The total is currently at 186.5 and I think that is possible, but one thing I noticed is TNT is now only -1.5. Hmm, what could be happening behind that line movement?

As for Ginebra, they moved to -4.5, and that looks like an indication that they will likely win. The total is 201.5, and it should go under if they can limit ROS’ outside shooting.

[Fredomago]

but one thing I noticed is TNT is now only -1.5. Hmm, what could be happening behind that line movement?

Seems that the line movement was a trap as TNT manage to win with a 8 points deficits fully covered the handicap when it first offered, I did not watch the game though just saw the final score from PBA home page.

As for Ginebra, they moved to -4.5, and that looks like an indication that they will likely win. The total is 201.5, and it should go under if they can limit ROS’ outside shooting.

Still have time for those who wanted to bet for this game as you mentioned there's also a money movement and knowing Gin kings, they will try to push their way to win this game, especially after seeing that small confrontation between coach Yeng and Al Francis Chua.

[Russlenat]

but one thing I noticed is TNT is now only -1.5. Hmm, what could be happening behind that line movement?

Seems that the line movement was a trap as TNT manage to win with a 8 points deficits fully covered the handicap when it first offered, I did not watch the game though just saw the final score from PBA home page.

That one obviously was, and their import was really big in this game. He produced like Bol Bol, but I think he looked more mature and more composed.
Now TNT could finish the series in Game 6. This game looked low scoring for most of the way, but somehow it still ended up going over.

As for Ginebra, they moved to -4.5, and that looks like an indication that they will likely win. The total is 201.5, and it should go under if they can limit ROS’ outside shooting.

Still have time for those who wanted to bet for this game as you mentioned there's also a money movement and knowing Gin kings, they will try to push their way to win this game, especially after seeing that small confrontation between coach Yeng and Al Francis Chua.

This one i was right with the point spread, but still wrong with the total.

[Questat]

We already have the betting lines available now, so maybe you can spot some value and bet early.

Just sharing the lines:

Ginebra vs ROS, Ginebra -2.5
TNT vs Meralco, Meralco -3.5

Tomorrow, if both Ginebra and TNT win their respective matchups, then we will not be waiting anymore because that will already be the finals matchup.
It is quite hard to pick if we consider factors like a trap line, but if we are only betting based on who the better team is, then obviously that would be TNT and Ginebra.

Your thoughts on this game guys..

[blockman]

Saw this post made by One Sports that Coach Chot Reyes has made a farewell post to Bol Bol.



So this means that Bol is really out of the PBA and he needs to take care of his injury. The filipino loves Bol and I hope that he goes back when he's healthy and play with any PBA team again.

[tech30338]

Saw this post made by One Sports that Coach Chot Reyes has made a farewell post to Bol Bol.



So this means that Bol is really out of the PBA and he needs to take care of his injury. The filipino loves Bol and I hope that he goes back when he's healthy and play with any PBA team again.

that injury needs a almost a year or a year or more recovery, that is not to be taken lightly sadly he needs to leave because of the injury but he might comeback, like RHJ maybe after his recovery he can play again with TNT since he is in contract with them.
Lots of players are getting injured this days is the shoes have contributed to the injury or its just really the body has already reach the limit and needed to rest, and don't force when they feel something about their body.

[mirakal]

So this means that Bol is really out of the PBA and he needs to take care of his injury. The filipino loves Bol and I hope that he goes back when he's healthy and play with any PBA team again.

Glad to see he is out and the surgery was successful. It seems Bol really loves playing in the PBA too, so maybe in the future, once he is fully healed, he can come back and TNT will be happy to accommodate him again. But that would only work in a conference where there is no height limit, because you know, he is very tall.

I guess with how the public appreciated this conference, the PBA might consider not putting a height limit on imports anymore.
It is gaining views, and for them, that is already a success in attracting the crowd.

[Fredomago]

So this means that Bol is really out of the PBA and he needs to take care of his injury. The filipino loves Bol and I hope that he goes back when he's healthy and play with any PBA team again.

Glad to see he is out and the surgery was successful. It seems Bol really loves playing in the PBA too, so maybe in the future, once he is fully healed, he can come back and TNT will be happy to accommodate him again. But that would only work in a conference where there is no height limit, because you know, he is very tall.

I guess with how the public appreciated this conference, the PBA might consider not putting a height limit on imports anymore.
It is gaining views, and for them, that is already a success in attracting the crowd.

Well if they(TNT) will give him another great offer for sure he will think about it, for now, he needs to rest and cure that injury as it is his main source of income, it takes time and knowing how fans react on him as pinoy fans always shows that love to each imports who brings impact to the league, Bol is someone that will be remembered and if by chance he play back then he will earn more fans respect and love.

[Questat]

TNT vs Meralco, Meralco -3.5

Meralco is now down to -1.5. Somebody is moving the line, or maybe it is just the public betting on it because it looks like easy money, knowing TNT is the better team.

I think this is easy if we are being logical, The line even went as high as -4.5 for Meralco, and now it is down to -1.5.
I would not be surprised if they end up as a slight dog.

But one thing I have in mind now, and I think I will follow it, is that Meralco will even the series.

[Japinat]

But one thing I have in mind now, and I think I will follow it, is that Meralco will even the series.

Ginebra has already advanced to the Finals. If TNT wins this game, then they will also advance, and both teams will have equal rest before Game 1.
However, I think Meralco, being an experienced team too, will not let that happen easily, unlike ROS who lost by double digits to Ginebra.

It is time for Meralco’s import to show up and help the team even the series tonight.