ANTIPOLO—Ronald Tubid may be listed in the record books as the head coach of Terrafirma. But after winning his first game in his new career in the PBA, he insists the role is a shared responsibility. “There’s no head coach here. We’re all head coaches here,” Tubid said after the Dyip’s 97-91 upset of the
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NCAA: Mark Gojo Cruz thriving at the point for unbeaten Perpetual
MANILA, Philippines—Mark Gojo Cruz is still getting used to playing his new role for Perpetual Help. But if the Altas’ most recent outing was any indication, he seemed to be getting the hang of it. Behind Gojo Cruz, the Altas kept their record clean with a 72-67 win over the Arellano Chiefs on Saturday at
PBA: Jio Jalalon, Kevin Ferrer hope to regain old form at TNT
RODRIGUEZ, Rizal—Jio Jalalon and Kevin Ferrer were both in the same draft class in 2016 when they were chosen through a special round for members of the Gilas Pilipinas pool. The feeling of being a rookie was something they also felt on Friday when they began their stints for the TNT Tropang 5G, whose winning
A’ja Wilson, Las Vegas Aces build WNBA dynasty
A’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces are in rarified air. The franchise won its third WNBA championship in four seasons, completing a sweep of Phoenix in the best-of-seven Finals on Friday night. Only Houston has done better over a four-season span, winning the first four titles in WNBA history from 1997-2000. READ: Las Vegas
PBA: Rey Nambatac returns, Kevin Ferrer solid in TNT opening win
RODRIGUEZ, Rizal—TNT’s banged-up players from last season and its newcomers played major roles in defeating Phoenix, 93-78, to open its PBA Philippine Cup campaign on a bright note on Friday at Ynares Center II here. Rey Nambatac fired 22 points while Kevin Ferrer was among those who sparked the Tropang 5G’s firm grip of the
NBA: Giannis ‘locked in’ with Bucks but could change his mind
MILWAUKEE — Giannis Antetokounmpo reaffirmed that he’s “locked in” with the Milwaukee Bucks while acknowledging the possibility he eventually could change his mind depending on how things develop over the next several months. “I believe in this team,” the two-time MVP told reporters Wednesday after the Bucks’ practice. “I believe in my teammates. I’m here
PBA: NLEX rallies past San Miguel sans Robert Bolick
ANTIPOLO—NLEX bucked the absence of Robert Bolick to pull off a come-from-behind 85-84 victory over defending champion San Miguel Beer on Wednesday at Ynares Center here. Jonnel Policarpio, JB Bahio, Brandon Ramirez and Kevin Alas were among those instrumental in the Road Warriors’ fightback from a double-digit deficit that spoiled the start of the Beermen’s
PVL: Choco Mucho spoils Bella Belen debut, beats Capital1
RODRIGUEZ, Rizal — Choco Mucho spoiled Bella Belen’s much-awaited PVL debut after sweeping Choco Mucho, 33-31, 26-24, 25-23, to kick off its Reinforced Conference campaign on a high note on Tuesday night at Ynares Center Montalban. The Flying Titans flaunted their depth, as a revitalized Kat Tolentino, who missed the All-Filipino action and preseason due
Rookie San Beda guard shows he’s built for bright lights
Agjanti Miller hadn’t played in a San Beda–Letran rivalry game before. But on Sunday, the rookie guard looked like he’d been built for it. Miller scored 22 points and grabbed five rebounds, fueling San Beda’s 68–58 win over Letran to stay unbeaten in Group B of the NCAA Season 101 men’s basketball tournament. “There’s really