Phoenix Super LPG looks to extend its winning streak to four games when it faces winless Rain or Shine on Tuesday in the PBA Season 50 Governors’ Cup at the Ynares Sports Center in Antipolo City.
The Fuel Masters, fresh off an 81-78 victory over Commissioner’s Cup champion Barangay Ginebra, take on the Elasto Painters at 7:30 p.m.
‘We are happy we are racking up wins,’ said Phoenix coach Charles Tiu. ‘We hope to sustain the run and sneak into the playoffs. But we cannot take anyone lightly, especially Rain or Shine, which is looking for its first win.’
Phoenix has opened its campaign with victories over Magnolia, Meralco and Ginebra. Import BJ Johnson has averaged 27.6 points and 9.6 rebounds, while Jason Perkins is averaging 15.0 points and Ricci Rivero 14.0.
Gian Mamuyac will face his former team for the first time since being traded to Phoenix last week.
Unbeaten Blackwater goes for its third straight win when it takes on Meralco at 5:15 p.m.
The Bossing have opened with victories over Rain or Shine and Magnolia behind the strong play of import Kentrell Barkley, who is averaging 27.5 points, 13 rebounds and 6.5 assists. RK Ilagan has also been solid with 21.5 points per game, while Sedrick Barefield and rookie Dalph Panopio continue to provide support.
‘My players are having fun. Let us have fun and play as hard as we can,’ Blackwater coach Patrick Aquino said.
Meralco enters the game with a 1-1 record after losing to Phoenix before bouncing back with a win over Rain or Shine.