Barangay Ginebra vs. Magnolia: Christmas Day Showdown at Smart Araneta Coliseum
Barangay Ginebra and Magnolia are set to clash in a highly anticipated Manila Clasico on Christmas Day at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. This match promises to be a triumphant end to 2024, with both teams eager to secure a win and spread holiday cheer.
As the final game of the year, both teams will give their all to emerge victorious and boost their standings in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup. The game kicks off at 7:30 p.m., with the Kings aiming to bounce back from a loss and improve their record to 4-2. Meanwhile, the Hotshots, currently at 2-4, seek to build on their recent win.
This will be the first meeting of the season for these archrivals, who last faced off in the Season 48 Philippine Cup. In that encounter, the Gin Kings, as the second-seeded team, defeated the Hotshots 99-77.
Ginebra coach Tim Cone anticipates an exciting match, highlighting the showdown between star imports Justin Brownlee and Ricardo Ratliffe. With their differing styles, local players will play crucial roles in defensive assignments.
Ginebra’s Japeth Aguilar remains a game-time decision, but the team is hopeful for the return of Jamie Malonzo and Jeremiah Gray. Magnolia will welcome back Paul Lee, who missed three of their last four games.
Both teams have faced struggles and are eager to gain momentum as they head into the final half of the eliminations. The Kings currently sit in sixth place, while the Hotshots are outside the Top Eight.
Don’t miss this thrilling Christmas Day matchup as Barangay Ginebra and Magnolia battle for a victorious end to the year!
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