TNT, San Miguel face tension-filled Game 5

TNT Tropang 5G faces a crucial game against San Miguel Beermen in their bid to achieve a Grand Slam in PBA Season 48, with tensions rising after Game 4.

San Miguel defeated TNT Tropang 5G with a score of 105-91 on Sunday, putting SMB within one win of clinching the Philippine Cup championship and dealing a major blow to TNT's hopes.

TNT manager Jojo Lastimosa criticized Jericho Cruz for showboating during the match when San Miguel had a comfortable lead, while also exchanging words with Chris Ross over sportsmanship.

Cruz responded that his actions were simply celebrating their victory and denied any personal issues affecting it, expressing surprise at Lastimosa's remarks given their history with NLEX.

Despite past collaborations and recent tensions, TNT needs to win all remaining games to keep their Grand Slam hopes alive, focusing on overcoming both on-court challenges and off-court distractions.

Cruz emphasized that while tensions arise during the game, they remain friends outside of basketball, and Ross sees emotions as added fuel for Game 5.