PBA

2024 - 11 - 27

PBA Season 49 Kicks Off with a Bang: Converge Sets the Court Ablaze!

Cheick Diallo - Converge FiberXers - Hong Kong Eastern - PBA Season 49 - Ricardo Ratliffe - San Miguel - Terrafirma - Troy Baxter Jr.

San Miguel's secret weapon, Troy Baxter Jr., and Converge's fiery debut are turning heads in PBA Season 49! 🏀💥

The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Season 49 has bounced back with thrilling action and nail-biting moments, as teams vie for glory on the hardwood. San Miguel has struck gold by tapping Troy Baxter Jr. as their key import for the Commissioner’s Cup, excited to see what this dynamic player brings to the court. His arrival has created a buzz within the community, as fans eagerly anticipate how his skills will mesh with their already talented roster. Meanwhile, fellow import Ricardo Ratliffe made a surprise reappearance after a seven-year hiatus, injecting excitement into the upcoming Magnolia-Blackwater clash as he faces off against George King.

Thrilling debuts weren’t reserved solely for imports. Converge turned the heat up from the first whistle of the season, leaving Terrafirma in the dust with a staggering 116-87 victory in their opening game at the Philsports Arena. This decisive blowout showcased not only the fiery offense from Beyond the Arc but also the tremendous chemistry among the Converge players. Cheick Diallo strutted onto the court, living up to the hype as fans saw what he could deliver right from the tip-off of the Commissioner’s Cup.

But Converge wasn't the only team to unveil their talents this season; guest team Hong Kong Eastern also made a memorable entry into the league. They dominated the Phoenix Fuel Masters, notching a 102-87 victory in their first outing. Their performance resonated strongly, as they mirrored the success of the Bay Area Dragons with a team that brought over great local talent and solid PBA veterans like Cameron Clark to lead the way. This latest guest team brings not only fierce competition but also a fresh dynamic to the league, which promises to keep fans on their toes.

As PBA Season 49 unfolds, the stakes are higher than ever, with imports, debuting teams, and returning players all vying for attention and victory. The excitement surrounding this season goes beyond just basketball; it’s a chance for the league to showcase talent from both local and international backgrounds. With San Miguel and Converge both setting their sights on winning their respective matchups, fans are in for a wild ride as they cheer for their favorite teams in the electrifying world of PBA.

Did you know that the PBA was founded in 1975 and is the first professional basketball league in Asia? It has a rich history filled with legendary players, unforgettable moments, and a passionate fanbase that spans generations. Troy Baxter Jr. is only the latest addition to this illustrious legacy, following in the footsteps of basketball greats who've made their mark in the league over the decades! Buckle up, it’s going to be an exciting season!

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San Miguel taps Troy Baxter Jr. as PBA Comm's Cup import (Tiebreaker Times)

San Miguel has tapped Troy Baxter, Jr. as its reinforcement for the PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup.

Ratliffe, King in spotlight in Magnolia-Blackwater clash (PBA.ph)

SEVEN years after his most recent PBA tour of duty, Ricardo Ratliffe resurfaces in the local pro league, taking on a fellow PBA balik-import in George King.

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Jordan Heading impresses in PBA debut as Converge dominates ... (Tiebreaker Times)

Converge gave the rebooting Terrafirma a 116-87 pummeling to begin the PBA Season 49 Governors' Cup on Wednesday at the Philsports Arena in Pasig.

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PBA: Converge torches new-look Terrafirma with 29-point beating to ... (GMA News Online)

Converge turned to its scorching offense from beyond the arc to demolish a retooled Terrafirma, 116-87, and set the right tone to their PBA Season 49 ...

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PBA: Cheick Diallo good as advertised in Converge debut (INQUIRER.net)

MANILA, Philippines—Converge coach Franco Atienza had plenty of reasons to feel good about his team following an opening victory over Terrafirma in the PBA ...

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Converge opens PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup with rout of ... (One Sports)

Converge is off to a winning start after beating Terrafirma in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup opener on Wednesday, Nov. 27.

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Converge opens new era with rout vs Terrafirma at start of PBA ... (Dugout Philippines)

Converge ushered in the next chapter of its PBA story with a 116-87 blowout win against Terrafirma at the start of the Commissioner's Cup on Wednesday.

Diallo, Arana power Converge past Terrafirma (PBA.ph)

CONVERGE came out with all guns a-blazing to trounce hapless Terrafirma, 116-87, Wednesday in a match kicking off the PBA Commissioner's Cup at the ...

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Converge routs Terrafirma in rousing Commissioner's Cup debut (The Manila Times)

MANILA, Philippines — Converge kicked off the opening of the PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup with a lopsided 116-87 demolition of undermanned Terrafirma on ...

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Guest team Hong Kong Eastern drubs Phoenix to mark PBA debut (GMA News Online)

Guest club Hong Kong Eastern felt right at home in its first PBA game, thrashing Phoenix in a dominant fashion, 102-87, in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner's ...

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HK Eastern makes statement in PBA debut, cruises past Phoenix (Tiebreaker Times)

Hong Kong Eastern made quite an introduction following a 102-87 rout of Phoenix for a rousing PBA debut, Wednesday night at the Philsports Arena in Pasig.

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Eastern makes good first impression, spills Phoenix (PBA.ph)

PBA veteran Cameron Clark served as a solid anchor with his HK local teammates dishing out their own stuff as they mirrored the Bay Area Dragons' triumphant ...

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Hong Kong Eastern wallops Phoenix for rousing PBA debut (Philstar.com)

Hong Kong Eastern had a victorious debut in the PBA, obliterating the Phoenix Fuel Masters, 102-87, in their PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup clash ...

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Eastern marks PBA debut with convincing win over Phoenix (Sports Interactive Network Philippines)

The Hong Kong-based team leaned on their players who once suited up in the PBA led by their import Cameron Clark and Hayden Blankley in walloping the ...

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HK Eastern flexes muscle, routs Phoenix in PBA debut (The Manila Times)

MANILA, Philippines — Foreign squad Hong Kong Eastern caught fire in the second half as it steamrolled past Phoenix, 102-87 to kick off its PBA Season 49 ...

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HK Eastern with solid PBA debut, romps Phoenix (Dugout Philippines)

Hong Kong Eastern introduced itself to the PBA with a solid 102-87 win against Phoenix in the nightcap of the Commissioner's Cup's opening day games.

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PBA: Guest team Hong Kong Eastern off to winning start (INQUIRER.net)

Eastern leaned on former NLEX and San Miguel Beer Cameron Clark plus help from ex-Bay Area Dragons mainstay Hayden Blankley to win its first match in the ...

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Familiar faces aplenty as Hong Kong Eastern announces PBA entry ... (Rappler)

The 12th foreign team to play in the PBA, Hong Kong Eastern aces its first test in the Commissioner's Cup by clobbering Phoenix.

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Eastern marks PBA debut with convincing win over Phoenix (Sports Interactive Network Philippines)

The Hong Kong-based team leaned on players who had extensive experience playing in the PBA, led by their import Cameron Clark and Hayden Blankley, in walloping ...

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COLUMN: Dyip are committing a crime against parity in PBA (Sports Interactive Network Philippines)

Orphaned by Stephen Holt, Isaac Go, Juami Tiongson and Andreas Cahilig, what's left at Terrafirma is the skeletal remains of what once was, albeit briefly, a ...

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Blankley leads way as Eastern routs Phoenix in PBA debut | ABS ... (ABS-CBN.COM)

The Eastern Sports Club made a rousing debut in the PBA on Wednesday, pulling away for a 102-87 rout of Phoenix at the PhilSports Arena.

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PBA: Converge overpowers TerraFirma to open Commissioner's ... (ABS-CBN.COM)

Cheick Diallo was unstoppable and the Converge FiberXers overpowered TerraFirma, 116-87, for a winning start to their campaign in the PBA Season 49 ...

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COLUMN: Dyip are committing a crime against parity in PBA (Sports Interactive Network Philippines)

Orphaned by Stephen Holt, Isaac Go, Juami Tiongson and Andreas Cahilig, what's left at Terrafirma is the skeletal remains of what once was, albeit briefly, a ...

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Hayden Blankley feels like a 'veteran' in PBA return (INQUIRER.net)

More accustomed to the PBA's style of play, Hayden Blankley played a big role in Hong Kong Eastern's rout of Phoenix on Wednesday night.

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