TNT takes commanding 3-1 lead over Rain or Shine, moves closer to PBA Finals

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TNT Tropang Giga bounced back from a Game 3 loss with a 93-85 victory over Rain or Shine, moving within one win of the PBA Commissioner’s Cup Finals.

Oftana, Pogoy Lead TNT’s Strong Response

Calvin Oftana delivered a game-high 26 points, while RR Pogoy added 22, taking some offensive pressure off Rondae Hollis-Jefferson, who contributed 17 points, 11 rebounds, five assists, and two blocks.

Calvin Oftana leads TNT Tropang Giga to a crucial Game 4 win, moving them one step closer to the PBA Finals. [PBA Images]
Calvin Oftana leads TNT Tropang Giga to a crucial Game 4 win, moving them one step closer to the PBA Finals. [PBA Images]

TNT now has a chance to close out the series in Game 5 on Friday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

Chot Reyes’ Challenge Sparks TNT’s Victory

TNT head coach Chot Reyes kept his pre-game message simple.

“I just challenged the players to be better—be better screeners, better passers, better defenders,” Reyes said.

TNT responded with strong defensive efforts and hustle plays, setting the tone with an early 11-5 run that secured a 91-81 lead in the fourth quarter.

Playing for Jayson Castro

TNT is pushing forward without Jayson Castro, who remains sidelined due to a knee injury.

“Malaking bagay na wala si Kuya Jayson. Itong remaining games namin inoffer namin sa kanya,” said Oftana.

Deon Thompson’s 44-Point Performance Falls Short

Despite a dominant 44-point, 13-rebound performance from Deon Thompson, Rain or Shine could not overcome TNT’s well-balanced attack.

The series now shifts to Game 5, where TNT has a chance to clinch a spot in the finals.

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