Brgy. Ginebra def Phoenix, 112-96 [PBA S49 Govs’ Cup | Sep. 18, 2024]
Brgy. Ginebra and Phoenix collide in a high-stakes PBA Governors’ Cup showdown on Wednesday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium. The Kings are eager to bounce back from what many consider the most devastating defeat in franchise history, while the Fuel Masters are looking to build momentum following their season’s breakthrough victory.
This matchup is not just intriguing; it carries significant weight, with Ginebra eyeing a chance for an outright entry into the quarterfinals and Phoenix battling to stave off elimination.
Despite the urgency, even a sweep of their last two games against the Gin Kings and the NLEX Road Warriors may prove insufficient for the Fuel Masters (1-7) to escape their precarious position.
Phoenix coach Mike Jarin remains resolute, vowing that his team will give their all and fight tenaciously for every opportunity as long as they remain in contention.
On the other side, Coach Tim Cone and his squad are expected to deliver their utmost effort as they seek redemption following a humbling 131-82 defeat at the hands of the San Miguel Beermen last Sunday.
With that result, the Beermen secured their playoff berth from Group B, finishing at 6-2, while the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters slipped to second place at 5-2, leaving the Gin Kings in third at 5-3.
In a heated battle for the fourth spot, the NLEX Road Warriors sit at 3-4, closely followed by the Blackwater Bossing at 3-5.
As they prepare for their 7:30 p.m. clash with the Kings, the Fuel Masters are determined to salvage what they can from this season.
After a frustrating stretch, the Fuel Masters finally broke their winless streak with a 119-114 triumph over the Blackwater Bossing last Sunday, igniting hope for a turnaround.