TNT Tropang Giga wins second straight Governors' Cup

The TNT Tropang Giga secured their second consecutive PBA Governors' Cup championship by defeating Barangay Ginebra 95-85 in Game 6 on Friday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum before a crowd of 14,668.

TNT rallied in the fourth quarter with crucial stops and baskets from Rondae Hollis-Jefferson to outscore Ginebra 29-11 and seal their tenth title under Manny V. Pangilinan's ownership, marking a shift in power dynamics between TNT and San Miguel Corporation (SMC).

RR Pogoy delivered critical shots late in the game, extending TNT's lead to nine points with 53 seconds left, contributing significantly to their victory.

Pogoy scored 13 points, including crucial three-pointers that helped solidify TNT's win and highlighted his defensive contributions as well, particularly against Justin Brownlee who was held to only 16 points in Game 6.

Rondae Hollis-Jefferson led the team with 31 points, 16 rebounds, eight assists, and two steals, while Jayson Castro contributed 13 points and six assists, earning him Finals MVP honors from the PBA Press Corps.

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