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.
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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.
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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 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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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Converge unleashed its young twin towers to outmuscle TNT, securing a crucial 100-94 victory and extending their momentum in the PBA Philippine Cup 2025.
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Against all odds and missing key big men, Rain or Shine unleashed an electrifying performance to overpower Meralco, 128-116, on April 27 at the Ynares Center. Fueled by fearless pace and relentless hustle, the Elasto Painters grabbed their second straight win and sent a powerful warning to the rest of the league.
The NBA 2025 Playoffs continue on April 27 with four thrilling matchups. From the Miami Heat’s underdog challenge against Cleveland to a high-stakes showdown between Golden State and Houston, here’s everything you need to know to stay ahead of the action.