ArenaPlus, in partnership with the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), held the press conference for the 49th Season Commissioner’s Cup Finals on March 10, 2025, in Quezon City. The event, attended by media representatives, featured key figures from the PBA, including Commissioner Willie Marcial, PBA Chairman Ricky Vargas, Vice Chairman and Barangay Ginebra Team Manager Alfrancis Chua, and coaches and star-athletes from the TNT Tropang Giga and Barangay Ginebra San Miguel.

TNT will face Barangay Ginebra in the best-of-seven finals, marking the third time the two teams have met in this championship series, according to TNT head coach Chot Reyes. "This will be the third time we are facing each other," Reyes said.

Despite the rivalry, both coaches expressed mutual respect and camaraderie. While both teams are competitors, they acknowledged their friendship. "It will be a worthwhile competition," said Reyes.

The players also expressed confidence in their team’s chances. "Sana makuha namin, pero mahirap, pero we’re praying na sana sa amin naman ngayon,” Scottie Thompson of Ginebra said, reflecting his hopes for his team’s success.

Thompson highlighted that while both teams have their strengths, it would be the team that executes the small details—like hustle plays and rebounds — that would ultimately prevail in the series.

ArenaPlus will continue its support for the PBA and the finals, which will take place at various venues: Game 1 and 2 at SM MOA Arena on March 14 and 16, Game 3 at PhilSports Arena on March 19, and Game 4 at Ynares Center on March 21. Fans can expect an exciting series as both teams battle for the championship.