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Ha Seung-jin calls four-point shot ‘strange but fun,’ suggests it for KBL

January 16, 2025
News
 Justine Bacnis
Maybe the Korean Basketball League (KBL) should adopt the four-pointer. Ha Seung-jin offered as much after the former NBA player saw with his own eyes the controversial shot when he graced the PBA on Thursday night. He actually never had any idea about its existence until he paid the Filipino league a visit, admitting that […]
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Magnolia hangs on, edges Phoenix to keep PBA Comm’s Cup dreams alive

January 16, 2025
News
 Justine Bacnis
Magnolia kept its playoff hopes up after surviving Phoenix, 110-104, in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup on Thursday night at the Philsports Arena in Pasig. The Hotshots looked poised to cruise to the win after establishing a 14-point lead with less than six minutes to spare, but had to repel a hijack attempt that saw the […]
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KBL: Cagulangan’s breakout for Suwon KT falls short as Belangel, Daegu KOGAS soar to win

January 16, 2025
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 Tiebreaker Times
Andrew Nicholson spoiled the breakout performance of JD Cagulangan, scoring 34 points and sinking a game-winning fadeaway jumper to lift Daegu KOGAS Pegasus to a thrilling 76-74 victory over Suwon KT Sonicboom in the 2024-25 KBL season at the Daegu Gymnasium. With the game tied at 74-all after a layup by Sonicboom’s Shin Heo Hoon […]
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PBA: Rain or Shine dominates NorthPort, snaps two-game skid

January 16, 2025
News
 Justine Bacnis
Rain or Shine snapped out of its two-game funk by sending the erstwhile top-seeded NorthPort slumping all of a sudden, 127-107, in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup on Thursday evening at the Philsports Arena in Pasig. The Elasto Painters finished the first quarter with nine unanswered points to establish a 33-18 lead and that […]
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Hidilyn Diaz to be inducted into PSA Hall of Fame

January 16, 2025
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 Tiebreaker Times
For bringing pride and glory to the Philippines with every lift throughout an extraordinary career, weightlifting icon Hidilyn Diaz is set to be inducted into the Philippine Sportswriters Association (PSA) Hall of Fame. The humble athlete from Zamboanga City etched the name of the Philippines in Olympic history by winning its first gold medal in […]
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Aces rule TAT Winter Tournament

January 16, 2025
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 Tiebreaker Times
The Asian Tournament is quickly becoming a playground for Philippine basketball clubs, with the Aces emerging as the latest champions in the league’s Winter Tournament. The aces defeated the Macau Black Bears, 118-108, in the Leg 3 finals held at Verso International School in Bangkok. European veteran Sam Deguara, standing at an imposing 7-foot-6, proved […]
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EASL to host Final Four 2025 in Macau

January 16, 2025
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 Tiebreaker Times
The East Asia Super League (EASL) has announced that the Final Four 2025 will be held in Macau SAR for the first time, reflecting the league’s dedication to expanding its footprint in the Greater Bay Area (GBA). The tournament will take place at Melco Resorts & Entertainment’s Studio City Event Center, with the semifinals scheduled […]
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Chris Koon begins post-Ateneo journey with Strong Group

January 16, 2025
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 Tiebreaker Times
Strong Group finalized its roster for the upcoming 34th Dubai International Basketball Championship, set to take place from January 24 to February 2, 2025, with the addition of former Ateneo standout Chris Koon. Koon, a 6-foot-5 guard, played his final collegiate season during UAAP Season 87. He averaged 7.58 points, 4.17 rebounds, and 1.83 assists […]
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Carl Tamayo regains touch, leads Changwon LG comeback vs Seoul Samsung in KBL

January 16, 2025
News
 Ernest Tuazon
Carl Tamayo rediscovered his shooting touch as the Changwon LG Sakers secured their third consecutive win, defeating Justin Gutang and the Seoul Samsung Thunders, 84-79, in the 2024-25 KBL Season on Wednesday at the Changwon Gymnasium. After being limited to eight points on 4-of-15 shooting in their victory over JD Cagulangan’s Suwon KT Sonicboom last […]
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HK Eastern overpowers San Miguel yet again, claims third straight win in EASL

January 15, 2025
News
 Matthew Li
Hong Kong Eastern continued to dominate San Miguel. For the third consecutive game, the defending Hong Kong A1 Division champions overwhelmed the Beermen, securing an 84-74 victory on Wednesday at Philsports Arena in Pasig City. The win marked Eastern’s third consecutive triumph in the 2024-25 East Asia Super League and their third victory over San […]
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Ginebra activates Jamie Malonzo ahead of SMB clash

January 3, 2025
News
 Justine Bacnis
Jamie Malonzo could be back in action this Sunday. Ginebra has activated the athletic winger ahead of their clash versus San Miguel as the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s resumes action. Game time is scheduled at 7:30 PM at the SMART Araneta Coliseum, which – if he checks in – would be his first game back […]
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Known for fencing, UE now dominates judo with unprecedented championships

January 3, 2025
News
 Aeron Paul Valderrama
When University of the East is mentioned in the UAAP, it is often synonymous with its dominance in fencing. With nine event sweeps in the sport over the past 10 seasons, it’s easy to see why. This season, however, the Recto-based institution achieved a historic first – three championships out of four in UAAP judo. […]
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Russel Ricaforte honors dad’s sacrifices with UAAP record

January 3, 2025
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 Tiebreaker Times
By: Nicole Parallag Athletic success often stems from a powerful mix of talent, hard work, and the unwavering support of those who believe in you. For Russel Ricaforte, that steadfast supporter has always been his father. Together, they built a dream – one that recently turned into a historic reality at the UAAP Season 87 […]
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Ernie Calipay sets sights on SEA Games after record-breaking UAAP performance

January 3, 2025
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 Tiebreaker Times
By: Nicole Parallag For many athletes, the ultimate dream is to don their nation’s colors and compete on the international stage. For Ernie Calipay of Far Eastern University, that dream is steadily turning into a reality. Following a stellar performance in the UAAP Season 87 Athletics Tournament, Calipay has his eyes set on representing the […]
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Phenom boys keeping close watch as UE searches for new coach

January 3, 2025
News
 Matthew Li
A new dawn is on the horizon for University of the East. The Red Warriors will undergo a major transition as Tanduay and the UE school management have decided not to renew the contract of head coach Jack Santiago, which expired on December 31. Santiago served as the head coach of UE’s men’s basketball team […]
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Sandro Reyes rallies PMNFT to build on historic AMEC run: ‘Why not dream big?’

January 2, 2025
News
 Lorenzo del Carmen
At just 21 years old, it’s easy to forget that the ASEAN Mitsubishi Electric Cup 2024 marked midfielder Sandro Reyes’ third appearance with the Philippine Men’s National Football Team in Southeast Asia’s biggest football competition. In his first two outings, the former Azkals Development Team standout played a supporting role — a benchwarmer in the […]
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Bjorn Kristensen believes AMEC experience will spark PH football’s resurgence

January 2, 2025
News
 Lorenzo del Carmen
Philippine Men’s National Football Team rising star Bjørn Kristensen couldn’t hide his pride as his squad came within inches of making history, pushing defending champions Thailand to the limit in a thrilling two-legged semifinal at the ASEAN Mitsubishi Electric Cup 2024. The 22-year-old Filipino-Norwegian forward finished as the Philippines’ top scorer in the tournament with […]
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