The Daily Tribune
All eyes on Tropa, Bolts as Phl Cup starts rolling
The PBA Philippine Cup is set to begin on Friday, April 4, with Meralco aiming to defend its title and TNT pursuing a Grand Slam.
Meralco, led by Chris Newsome, is considered a top contender after winning its first PBA All-Filipino championship last season.
San Miguel, with dominant center June Mar Fajardo, is also among the favorites to win the prestigious conference.
TNT Tropang Giga faces the challenge of a Grand Slam chase without veteran Jayson Castro due to a season-ending knee injury and the absence of Best Import Rondae Hollis-Jefferson.
Head coach Chot Reyes acknowledged that the Tropang Giga will have to perform exceptionally well to achieve a grand slam, a feat previously accomplished by legendary teams.
The opening day will feature Terrafirma against Phoenix, followed by Meralco's title defense against Converge.
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