![Ex-PBA import Nick Rakocevic’s intensity drew attention after a late-game altercation in the NBL, highlighting the fine line between competitiveness and control. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot_614-400x200.png)
Former Magnolia import Nick Rakocevic was thrown out of an NBL game after a late-game altercation involving multiple players during Adelaide’s win over Brisbane.
![Calvin Oftana rises for a three-pointer during his 29-point explosion in TNT’s Game 4 win over San Miguel Beer. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/PBA-IMAGES651-400x200.jpg)
After a Game 3 slip, TNT roared back with a commanding 110-87 win over San Miguel Beer in Game 4 of the PBA Philippine Cup Finals, setting up a decisive best-of-three finish.
CJ Perez shrugged off early struggles and a sideline incident to deliver a devastating fourth-quarter takeover, pushing San Miguel Beer to a 2-1 lead over TNT in the PBA 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.
![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.
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.
Denver’s road to the NBA Finals is shaped by key Western Conference matchups, testing the team’s strengths, adaptability, and resilience along the way.
![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.
![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.
![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.