Ginebra downs Blackwater to complete Govs' Cup playoff cast
Barangay Ginebra defeated Blackwater 101-96 to secure the final playoff spot in the PBA Season 50 Governors' Cup. The victory earns Ginebra the third seed and a quarterfinals matchup against San Miguel.
Why it matters
This result finalizes the playoff bracket for a major professional sports league, impacting the competitive landscape of the tournament.
Manila Bulletin - Ginebra downs Blackwater to complete Govs' Cup playoff cast
Ginebra downs Blackwater to complete Govs' Cup playoff cast
Barangay Ginebra kept Blackwater at bay and seized a 101-96 victory to catch the last bus to the playoffs in the PBA Season 50 Governors' Cup at the Ynares Center in Antipolo on Friday, Oct. 23.
Barangay Ginebra kept Blackwater at bay and seized a 101-96 victory to catch the last bus to the playoffs in the PBA Season 50 Governors’ Cup at the Ynares Center in Antipolo on Friday, Oct. 23.
With the Kings needing to at least avoid a blowout defeat to formalize their entry to the quarterfinals, Ginebra made sure to take care of business early, building a sizable lead before holding off any Bossing comeback towards the end.
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