![Robert Upshaw III during his debut game for Blackwater Bossing in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PBA-IMAGES172-400x200.jpg)
Sedrick Barefield erupted in the second half while Robert Upshaw III dominated in his debut to lift Blackwater past Magnolia in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup.
![Phoenix import James Dickey III dominates the paint against the Hotshots. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PBA-IMAGES548-400x200.jpg)
James Dickey III dominates with a huge double-double as Phoenix edges Magnolia in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup.
![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.
![Jordan Heading and the Tropang 5G secure their spot in the semis with a big win. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/PBA-IMAGES165-400x200.jpg)
TNT Tropang 5G defeated Magnolia Hotshots 118-109 Saturday to secure a PBA Philippine Cup semifinal slot, aiming for a fourth consecutive finals appearance.
![Calvin Oftana attacks the defense as TNT pulls away in the second half. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/PBA-IMAGES222-400x200.jpg)
TNT leaned on a third-quarter surge to beat Magnolia and secure a twice-to-beat advantage heading into the PBA Philippine Cup quarterfinals.
![Juan Gomez de Liano leads Converge’s explosive second-half turnaround. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/PBA-IMAGES540-400x200.jpg)
Converge used a sharp second-half rally to eliminate Magnolia and advance to the PBA Philippine Cup quarterfinals.
![Juan Gomez de Liano celebrates a key basket for Converge against Barangay Ginebra. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/PBA-IMAGES199-400x200.jpg)
Juan and Javi Gomez de Liano starred in separate victories as Converge and Magnolia triumphed on Friday at the PBA Philippine Cup.
![Jerom Lastimosa looks to spark Magnolia’s offense in their next outing. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/PBA-IMAGES646-400x200.jpg)
Magnolia looks to bounce back from a heartbreaking loss and reclaim a top-four spot as it faces struggling Blackwater in the PBA Philippine Cup at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
![Magnolia Hotshots take on San Miguel Beer in a crucial PBA Philippine Cup clash. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/PBA-IMAGES538-400x200.jpg)
Magnolia Hotshots and San Miguel Beer face off in a crucial PBA Philippine Cup showdown, while TNT Tropang 5G battles Terrafirma Dyip in must-watch games that could shape the playoffs.
![Magnolia improves to 4-1 after a gritty finish vs Phoenix. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PBA-IMAGES150-400x200.jpg)
Magnolia escaped with a gritty 83-80 win over Phoenix to remain tied for the PBA Philippine Cup lead after a tense Halloween showdown in Antipolo.