TNT Tropang Giga beats Rain or Shine 108-91 in Game 2
TNT Tropang Giga secured a 108-91 victory over Rain or Shine Elasto Painters in Game 2 of their PBA Season 49 Governors' Cup semifinals on Friday, extending their series lead to 2-0.
Calvin Oftana and Rey Nambatac's combined efforts in the third quarter were crucial for TNT, with Oftana tying his career high with 18 points and 14 rebounds, and Nambatac contributing 17 points.
Rain or Shine struggled despite Jhonard Clarito scoring 18 points; Aaron Fuller had 13 points but was limited by turnovers that allowed TNT to capitalize on fast break opportunities.
TNT coach Chot Reyes emphasized the need for continued focus and adjustments for Game 3, while Rain or Shine faces pressure to win in Dasmariñas, Cavite, to avoid a sweep.
Andrei Caracut of Rain or Shine noted their turnover problem as a major issue, with the team committing 22 turnovers compared to TNT's nine.
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