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PBA: Calvin Oftana, hurting TNT hope to end things early
TNT Tropang 5G holds a 3-1 series lead against Rain or Shine in the PBA Philippine Cup semifinals and aims to clinch the series in Game 5.
Several key players, including star guard Roger Pogoy (hamstring) and Calvin Oftana (ankles), are dealing with injuries.
Despite his injuries, Oftana has vowed to play, stating, "As long as I can walk, I will play."
Coach Chot Reyes is employing a 'next man up' strategy to manage the depleted roster.
TNT is pursuing a PBA Grand Slam, which requires winning all three conferences in a single season.
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Calvin Oftana scored 39 points, including crucial plays in overtime, to lead TNT to a 113-105 victory over Rain or Shine in Game 2 of the PBA Philippine Cup semifinals, giving TNT a 2-0 series lead.
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TNT Tropang 5G advanced to the PBA finals for the third straight conference after defeating Rain or Shine Elasto Painters 97-89 in Game 6 of their Philippine Cup semifinals series.
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Calvin Oftana of TNT has been named the PBA Press Corps-Pilipinas Live Player of the Week for the fourth time this season.
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TNT and Barangay Ginebra aim to extend their series leads in the PBA Philippine Cup semifinals.
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TNT sniper Roger Pogoy is doubtful for Game 4 of the PBA Philippine Cup semifinals against Rain or Shine due to a left hamstring injury.
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