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Iran, Jordan remain strong despite issues
Gilas Pilipinas faces tough tests against Jordan and Iran in the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers, with both visiting teams entering the Manila round at…
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Tiu cries foul over Jones Cup format
Strong Group Athletics-Pilipinas crushed Wonju DB Promy, 113-87, but its 26-point victory was not enough to overcome a difficult quotient system, leaving its…
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SGA-Pilipinas rips Wonju, keeps semis hopes alive
Strong Group Athletics-Pilipinas avenged its earlier loss to Wonju DB Promy with a dominant 113-87 victory, hitting 18 three-pointers to move to 4-1 and keep…
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Strong Group scores 3rd straight victory
Strong Group-Pilipinas routed Japan 107-86 for its third straight win in the 45th Jones Cup, with Isaiah Piñeiro leading the charge as the Filipinos moved to…
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Strong Group eyes sweep of Japanese
Strong Group-Pilipinas aims to sweep Japan in the 45th Jones Cup as it chases a third straight title, riding momentum from wins over Japan and Chinese Taipei…
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Strong Group storms back
Strong Group-Pilipinas recovered from its opening-day loss by beating Japan, 78-72, in the 45th Jones Cup, with Isaiah Piñeiro leading the Philippine side with…
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Gilas Youth battles red-hot Australians
Gilas Pilipinas Youth takes on defending champion Australia in a crucial FIBA U18 Asia Cup Group A clash, with the winner moving closer to a direct…
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San Juan, Biñan crush foes
San Juan and Biñan secured convincing MPBL 2026 wins, while Mindoro rallied from a 13-point deficit to edge Marikina in a dramatic 71-69 finish at Paco Arena.
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Unmask the MassKara
The MPBL faces renewed scrutiny after the Bacolod MassKara’s controversial campaign ended in suspension, with growing calls for a transparent investigation to…
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Voyagers soar, shock Athletics
Pasay Voyagers snap Batangas City Tanduay Athletics’ 13-game winning streak behind Rence Alcoriza’s fourth-quarter explosion, strengthening their MPBL playoff…
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Strong Group brings back old nucleus
Strong Group-Pilipinas eyes a historic third straight William Jones Cup title with returning stars, new recruits, and Serbian center Boban Marjanović leading…
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Batangas thwarts Rizal; Batang Kankaloo shine
Batangas City Tanduay Athletics extend their winning streak to 13 games after defeating Rizal XentroMall, while Caloocan and Biñan secure key MPBL victories in…
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Dynamic Danny: Espiritu happy to guide basketball’s biggest stars
Danny Espiritu, veteran PBA player agent, has guided over 200 basketball stars with integrity and mentorship, prioritizing player happiness and growth over…
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Pampanga, Gensan, Batangas flaunt might
Pampanga, Gensan and Batangas battered their opponents to rev up their drive in Manny Pacquiao presents 1xBet-Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League 2025 Season…
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SBP vows to assemble competitive SEAG team
Gilas Pilipinas faces player availability challenges for the 33rd SEA Games in Thailand, but SBP remains confident in forming a competitive squad despite…
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Boatwright naturalization on hold
The naturalization process of American-born cager Bennie Boatwright for Gilas Pilipinas is delayed due to political shifts and the midterm elections, leaving…
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