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PBA Finals: TNT takes first of two chances to send Ginebra packing
TNT Tropang Giga holds a 3-2 lead over Barangay Ginebra in the PBA Governors' Cup Finals, putting them one win away from a championship.
TNT secured a dominant 99-72 victory in Game 5, with key players Rondae Hollis-Jefferson, Roger Pogoy, and Calvin Oftana contributing significantly.
Coach Chot Reyes cited the team's defensive strength and composure as vital factors in their Game 5 win, despite a fan heckling Poy Erram.
Barangay Ginebra's import Justin Brownlee struggled, scoring a career-low 8 points, and the team played flat, trailing early in Game 5.
TNT has two chances to win the championship, starting with Game 6 today, November 8, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
Barangay Ginebra aims to force a Game 7 on Sunday at Ynares Center in Antipolo City.
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