PBA: Charles Tiu sticks to focus as Phoenix slips into logjam

PBA: Charles Tiu sticks to focus as Phoenix slips into logjam

MANILA, Philippines—Phoenix coach Charles Tiu chose not to cry over spilled milk following the Fuel Masters’ 105-98 loss at the hands of Macau in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup on Wednesday at Ninoy Aquino Stadium. But the defeat carried significant implications. The loss dropped Phoenix to 6-5, joining the logjam at fifth place along with TNT Tropang 5G, Magnolia Hotshots and San Miguel Beermen. “[It’s] not really a concern that we are tied [with o…

SMB slams playoff door on Terrafirma; Macau gets graceful exit

The twin towers of June Mar Fajardo and Bennie Boatwright lorded it over as San Miguel slammed the playoff door on Terrafirma, 126-110, in the PBA Season 50...

San Miguel, Terrafirma face win-or-go-home battle in PBA playoff race

It’s either sink or swim as San Miguel and Terrafirma figure in a crucial bout for their quarterfinal aspirations in the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup. The Beermen, presently at No. 8 with a 5-5 record, simply need to win to stay in contention for a spot in the playoffs’ opening round that opens May 13. On the other hand, the Dyip, at ninth with a 4-6 slate, have no choice but to ace the tough test, for a loss would mean the end of their conf…