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PBA Finals: TNT mum as Grand Slam hopes fade with Game 4 loss
TNT faces a critical Game 4 in the PBA Philippine Cup Finals against San Miguel Beer, needing to win to avoid a 3-1 deficit.
The Tropang 5G has struggled with ballhandling and a growing list of injured players, including Poy Erram who is doubtful.
Key players Calvin Oftana, RR Pogoy, Jordan Heading, and Kelly Williams have been playing through ailments.
Following their Game 4 loss, TNT players Calvin Oftana, Kelly Williams, and Jordan Heading walked off the court before the final buzzer, and coach Chot Reyes also made a swift exit.
This defeat has severely impacted TNT's Grand Slam aspirations, putting them down 3-1 against the San Miguel Beermen.
Jordan Heading led the team with 23 points in Game 4, while Oftana scored 11 and Williams struggled with his shooting.
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The TNT Tropang 5G defeated the San Miguel Beermen 86-78 in Game 5 of the PBA Philippine Cup finals, extending the series to 3-2 and staving off elimination.
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The TNT Tropang 5G secured a 99-96 victory over the San Miguel Beermen in Game 1 of the PBA Philippine Cup Finals.
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San Miguel Beer took a 2-1 lead in the PBA Philippine Cup finals series against TNT after winning Game 3 with a late 18-5 run.
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The TNT Tropang Giga, also known as Tropang 5G, forced a Game 6 in the PBA Philippine Cup Finals by defeating the San Miguel Beermen 86-78 in Game 5.
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TNT Tropang Giga head coach Chot Reyes is urging his team to remain resilient amidst significant injury setbacks in the PBA Philippine Cup Finals against the San Miguel Beermen.
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