Bolick explodes as NLEX fends off Ginebra in thrilling PBA duel
![Robert Bolick powers through Ginebra defenders for a clutch layup. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PBA-Images718-400x200.jpg)
NLEX Road Warriors edged out Barangay Ginebra Kings 89-86 in a heart-stopping PBA Philippine Cup duel, led by Robert Bolick’s clutch performance.
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Rain or Shine unleashes late storm to bury Blackwater
![Rain or Shine’s Keith Datu led all Elasto Painters with 27 points, 20 coming in the first half. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PBA-Images918-400x200.jpg)
Rain or Shine Elasto Painters rode a late 18-4 run to overpower Blackwater, 120-106, and bounce back in the 2025 PBA Philippine Cup behind strong performances from Adrian Nocum, Keith Datu, and Caelan Tiongson.
Basketball meets public health as BAL and Speak Up Africa launch court, malaria campaign in Senegal
The Basketball Africa League and Speak Up Africa renovated a basketball court in Yoff, Senegal, and held a youth clinic and malaria prevention workshop as part of BAL’s long-term commitment to communities across Africa.
Kriol Star shocks Petro de Luanda to clinch Basketball Africa League Playoffs spot
Cape Verde’s Kriol Star stunned reigning champions Petro de Luanda in overtime to qualify for the 2025 Basketball Africa League (BAL) Playoffs, joined by US Monastir who topped the Sahara Conference.
Oftana’s double-double display leads TNT to upset win over San Miguel in PBA showdown
![Calvin Oftana goes up for a layup against SMB defenders o May 4, 2025. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PBA-Images1118-400x200.jpg)
Calvin Oftana powered TNT to its first victory in the PBA Philippine Cup with a sensational 20-20 performance, helping the Tropang Giga overcome San Miguel in a gritty showdown that snapped their losing streak.
Magnolia outclasses Terrafirma to maintain perfect record in PBA Philippine Cup
![Zav Lucero drives hard to the rim as Magnolia dominates Terrafirma in Antipolo. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PBA-Images133-400x200.jpg)
Magnolia delivered a commanding 127-94 blowout against Terrafirma to stay perfect at 5-0 in the 2025 PBA Philippine Cup, powered by Zav Lucero’s all-around performance and total team effort.
Kriol star shocks Dakar in overtime thriller as Basketball Africa League heats up
Kriol Star made a stunning debut in the Basketball Africa League, toppling ASC Ville de Dakar 95-92 in overtime in Senegal. As playoff hopes tighten, fans brace for a dramatic Sahara Conference finale.
Barangay Ginebra overwhelms NorthPort with three-point barrage
![Barangay Ginebra’s RJ Abarrientos goes for a shot during the Kings’ dominant win over NorthPort. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PBA-Images523-400x200.jpg)
Barangay Ginebra bounced back in explosive fashion, draining 17 three-pointers to crush NorthPort, 131-106, and improve to 2-1 in the 2024 PBA Philippine Cup.
Winston, Stockton lead Converge past Rain or Shine with dominant late run
![Schonny Winston puts on a second-half show to seal the game for the FiberXers. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PBA-Images818-400x200.jpg)
Converge turned up the heat in the second half behind standout performances from Schonny Winston and Alec Stockton to dispatch Rain or Shine, 107-97, and claim their third straight win in the PBA Philippine Cup.
Prince Rivero tests the VinFast VF 6 and shows why it’s built to perform
Vietnamese EV brand VinFast charges into the 2025 Manila International Auto Show with the all-new VF 6 subcompact SUV — but it was PBA star Prince Rivero’s glowing endorsement that stole the show.