The PBA quarterfinals opened on October 25, 2026, with defending champion TNT beating Magnolia 92-70 and NLEX edging Phoenix Super LPG 97-92 at the Ynares Center in Antipolo.

PBA quarterfinals: TNT takes Game 1

Rondae Hollis-Jefferson scored 26 points, including 16 in the second half, and added nine rebounds and five assists as TNT took the opener of its best-of-five series against Magnolia.

Hollis-Jefferson had been out for 10 months after sustaining an Achilles injury while playing for the Meralco Bolts in the EASL in December 2025. Calvin Oftana added 13 points and 11 rebounds for TNT, while Rey Nambatac and Roger Pogoy scored 12 apiece.

KJ Buffen led Magnolia with 18 points and nine rebounds. Zav Lucero scored 14 for the Hotshots, who trailed by as many as 25 points.

NLEX holds off Phoenix

Deonte Burton led NLEX with 27 points and 11 rebounds, while Robert Bolick scored 20 in the 97-92 victory. Burton made two late free throws to seal the win after Phoenix import Marcellus Earlington was called for a flagrant foul in the closing seconds.

Ricci Rivero led Phoenix with 24 points and nine rebounds, and Kai Ballungay scored 20. NLEX will seek a 2-0 series lead on Wednesday, October 28, at Ynares Antipolo.

Read More News

More FinanceVelix news

Disclaimer

This FinanceVelix article provides general information, not personalized financial, investment, legal, or tax advice. Market prices, interest rates and economic conditions can change; investments carry a risk of loss. Facts reflect the material available when published and may change. Check important information independently and consult a qualified professional when needed. Mentioning an asset, company, or service is not an endorsement.