SMB bench erupts as Beermen level Philippine Cup finals
![Don Trollano delivered when it mattered most, powering SMB’s second unit and setting the tone for a statement win over TNT. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/PBA-IMAGES936-400x200.jpg)
Don Trollano sparks a dominant San Miguel Beer response as the Beermen rout TNT to even the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup Finals.
Basketball
Luka Doncic tops fans but trails peers in NBA All-Star voting shocker
![Luka Doncic dominated fan voting yet fell short overall as player ballots reshaped the NBA All-Star starters. [photo credit: Los Angeles Lakers Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot_583-400x200.png)
Luka Doncic dominated fan voting but finished second overall in NBA All-Star starter balloting after ranking just sixth among player votes, revealing a striking divide between popularity and peer respect.
2026 NBA All-Star Game set for Intuit Dome with three-team format
The 2026 NBA All-Star Game will feature three teams, including a new international squad, and a round-robin schedule at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood.
Five Key Nuggets Matchups Defining Their Path to the Finals
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TNT draws first blood vs San Miguel in PBA Philippine Cup finals opener
![Kelly Williams turns back time, Jordan Heading stays ice-cold at the line, and TNT shows it’s ready for a long Finals war. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/PBA-IMAGES1334-400x200.jpg)
TNT Tropang 5G survived a furious San Miguel Beer rally to secure a 96-91 win in Game 1 of the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup Finals in Antipolo.
Philippines opens ASEAN Para Games with golds from Bejino and Gawilan
![The men’s final was a hard-fought match with the Pilipinas Warriors taking silver against Thailand [photo credit: Francis Diaz Facebook]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/616046513_10237859065003273_2560078955656335115_n-400x200.jpg)
Philippine para swimmers Gary Bejino and Ernie Gawilan opened the medal haul at the 13th ASEAN Para Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, with gold medals in the men’s 400m freestyle events. Other Filipino athletes also secured silver and bronze medals in para basketball, powerlifting, cycling, and bowling.
Philippines kicks off 13th ASEAN Para Games with strong para athlete lineup
![Wheelchair basketball squads make waves! The Lady Warriors and Pilipinas Warriors are ready to compete for gold against Thailand. [photo credit: Francis Diaz Facebook]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/615817330_10237832230732433_1577310384290008910_n-400x200.jpg)
The Philippines begins its campaign at the 13th ASEAN Para Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, with para swimming and 3×3 wheelchair basketball teams set for early action.
Philippine national men’s 3×3 wheelchair team advances to ASEAN Para Games semifinals
![The Pilipinas Warriors compete during the 13th ASEAN Para Games. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/att.mYWtDsmooN6ue7l5abGBacvU0QGNRb9vMjgcaD-njDU-400x200.jpeg)
The Philippine national men’s 3×3 wheelchair team secured a semifinal spot at the 13th ASEAN Para Games in Thailand after winning its first two matches. Captain Kenneth Tapia and teammates delivered dominant performances against Indonesia and Malaysia.
Friends of the NBA welcomes K-pop group CORTIS ahead of All-Star 2026
CORTIS, the rising K-pop boy band, has joined Friends of the NBA, the league’s celebrity and influencer program in Asia. The collaboration includes performances, NBA Crossover appearances, and co-developed merchandise.
Philippines Wheelchair 3×3, CP football teams open ASEAN Para Games campaign
![The Philippine wheelchair 3x3 team prepares for action at the ASEAN Para Games in Thailand. [PSC file photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DSC_0083-400x200.jpg)
The Philippines begins its ASEAN Para Games 2026 run in Nakhon Ratchasima as its wheelchair 3×3 basketball and cerebral palsy football teams open play on Monday.