Manila Bulletin
Fajardo’s BPC hopes hang in balance as SMB faces rare early exit
Eight-time MVP June Mar Fajardo remains optimistic about San Miguel Beer's chances of defending their championship despite a struggling Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Commissioner's Cup campaign.
The Beermen are in danger of missing the playoffs for the first time since 2015, ending the elimination round with a 5-7 record.
San Miguel's playoff hopes now depend on losses from NLEX and Magnolia in their final elimination games to force a tie.
If any of the other two teams win, San Miguel will be eliminated, jeopardizing Fajardo's bid for his 12th Best Player of the Conference award.
Despite their fate not being in their hands, Fajardo expressed hope for a playoff spot and mentioned the team is scheduled for practice.
Fajardo stated, "Tagilid kami ngayon. Pero may chance pa naman kami. Hopeful pa rin kami."
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