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Playoffs get underway
Barangay Ginebra and Meralco are set to face each other once again in a best-of-three playoff series for a semifinal berth in the PBA Commissioner's Cup, with Game 1 scheduled for Wednesday, February 5, 2025.
This marks the tenth playoff encounter between the two teams since 2016, with Ginebra having swept Meralco in their most recent quarterfinal matchup.
Meralco is motivated by a desire for revenge after their previous elimination by Ginebra and has made significant player acquisitions, including Troy Rosario and Jamie Malonzo.
Meralco coach Luigi Trillo acknowledged Ginebra's strong offense and defense, emphasizing the need for his team to improve across the board.
Ginebra coach Tim Cone recognizes Meralco's motivation stemming from their past sweep and anticipates a challenging series.
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Barangay Ginebra secured the fourth seed in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup playoffs with a 91-87 victory over Meralco.
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Barangay Ginebra defeated Meralco, 94-87, in the PBA Commissioner's Cup quarterfinals at the Ynares Sports Center Antipolo to secure a semifinals berth against top-seeded NorthPort.
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Barangay Ginebra San Miguel defeated the Meralco Bolts, 94-87, in a knockout Game 3 to secure a spot in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup semifinals.
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Barangay Ginebra San Miguel seized a 1-0 lead in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup quarterfinals by defeating the Meralco Bolts 100-92.
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Justin Brownlee's stellar second-half performance, dubbed 'Playoff Justin' by coach Tim Cone, propelled Barangay Ginebra to a 94-87 victory over Meralco, securing their spot in the PBA Commissioner's Cup semifinals.
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