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TNT Tropang 5G used a strong first half to take the series opener and survived a late rally by the San Miguel Beermen, 96–91, to open their 2025–26 PBA Philippine Cup best-of-seven Finals series on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at the Ynares Center in Antipolo. [FULL REPLAY VIDEO BY ONESPORTS]
Six TNT players finished in double figures, led by veteran Kelly Williams with 15 points, nine rebounds, three assists, and one block in 30 minutes of action, while Calvin Oftana posted a double-double of 13 points and ten rebounds to go with five assists, one steal, and one block.
The Scores:
TNT 96 - Williams 15, Oftana 13, Heading 13, Galinato Jr 12, Nambatac 11, Enciso 10, Ganuelas-Rosser 8, Erram 6, Khobuntin 4, Aurin 2, Ferrer 2.
SAN MIGUEL 91 - Fajardo 24, Tautuaa 22, Perez 16, Brondial 10, Cruz 8, Tiongson 5, Trollano 4, Ross 2, Lassiter 0, Cahilig 0, Rosales 0, Teng 0.
Quarters: 29-20, 53-36, 70-64, 96-91. [FULL REPLAY VIDEO] | [FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS VIDEO]
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