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FiberXers pursue ‘twice-to-beat’ vs Beermen
Converge aims to secure a twice-to-beat advantage in the PBA Commissioner's Cup playoffs by defeating San Miguel Beer (SMB) on Friday.
The FiberXers currently share top spot with the NorthPort Batang Pier at 8-3.
With only the Top Two teams gaining win-once incentives in the quarterfinals, Converge hopes to close out its elims campaign with a win over San Miguel Beer.
SMB, for its part, is virtually fighting for survival while currently tied for eighth to 10th with Magnolia and NLEX at 4-6.
Several teams are in a seven-way race for the top spots, including Meralco, Eastern, TNT, Ginebra, and Rain or Shine.
Converge coach Franco Atienza stated that while teams desire the incentive, their focus is on the present game against SMB, acknowledging that other games still have a bearing on the standings.
TNT will attempt to rebound from a recent loss against Phoenix in an earlier game.
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