Chot Reyes urges TNT to fight back against San Miguel despite injuries

Head coach Chot Reyes urged his TNT Tropang 5G team to keep fighting despite trailing San Miguel Beermen 1-2 in the PBA Philippine Cup Finals.

TNT continues to face challenges with defensive big man Poy Erram doubtful for Game 4 due to a grade 2 ankle injury, joining guards Jayson Castro and Rey Nambatac who are also injured.

Reyes acknowledged that the team is at a disadvantage but emphasized the importance of finding ways to win against San Miguel's powerful lineup.

In Game 3, TNT struggled with turnovers, resulting in 18 points for San Miguel, while Erram's absence allowed June Mar Fajardo to score 33 points and grab 11 rebounds.

Reyes highlighted the need for substitutes like Jordan Heading and Simon Enciso to step up due to the loss of key players, stressing that the team is making do with limited resources.

Game 4 could be decisive in determining the outcome of the series, with TNT needing a dramatic performance to level the series at 2-2 amid ongoing injuries and ballhandling woes.

Calvin Oftana, RR Pogoy, Jordan Heading, and Kelly Williams have been playing through ailments, making it crucial for TNT to display their trademark grit to avoid being in serious trouble.