NorthPort, Rain or Shine open PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup on April 12
NorthPort and Rain or Shine will kick off their campaigns in PBA Season 49's Philippine Cup on Saturday, April 12, at Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
The Batang Pier, led by Arvin Tolentino, will face Terrafirma Dyip in the first game at 5 p.m., while Rain or Shine takes on NLEX Road Warriors in the second match at 7:30 p.m.
NorthPort aims to maintain its semifinals streak but faces challenges without import Kadeem Jack and with the departure of JM Calma, relying heavily on local players like Joshua Munzon and Will Navarro.
Rain or Shine, bolstered by their depth and emerging star Adrian Nocum, looks poised for a strong performance in the all-Filipino tournament.
NLEX Road Warriors, seeking to bounce back from an opening defeat against San Miguel, will test Rain or Shine's strength.
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