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Reyes accepts underdog billing
TNT Tropang Giga, led by import Rondae Hollis-Jefferson, defeated Rain or Shine 97-92 in Game 5 to advance to the PBA Commissioner's Cup Finals.
Head coach Chot Reyes expects a finals rematch against Barangay Ginebra, who hold a commanding lead in their semifinal series.
This marks TNT's second consecutive finals appearance this season, following their Governors' Cup championship win.
Hollis-Jefferson was instrumental in the victory, scoring 42 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 blocks.
If Ginebra advances, it will be the first time two teams have met in back-to-back finals since San Miguel Beer and Alaska in 2015-16.
Coach Reyes anticipates a tougher finals battle against Ginebra due to their improved roster, including the returns of Jamie Malonzo and Jeremiah Gray from injuries, and the absence of TNT's Jayson Castro due to a broken knee.
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The PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup Finals between TNT and Barangay Ginebra begins Friday, March 14, at the Mall of Asia Arena.
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Barangay Ginebra, aiming to reclaim the PBA Commissioner's Cup title, is determined to change the narrative after losing the last two finals series against the TNT Tropang Giga.
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Barangay Ginebra secured a spot in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup finals by defeating NorthPort, 126-99, in Game 5 of their semifinals series to win 4-1.
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