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  • “I’m sick of this s**t”: Jaylen Brown lashes out at the officiating after Celtics’ loss to Spurs

    “I’m sick of this s**t”: Jaylen Brown lashes out at the officiating after Celtics’ loss to Spurs

    The Boston Celtics are enjoying a strong campaign in the ongoing 2025–26 National Basketball Association (NBA) season, posting a 24–14 record to sit third in the Eastern Conference standings. Their balanced roster, efficient offense, and improved defensive chemistry have allowed them to remain among the conference’s elite despite grappling with injuries and lineup adjustments throughout the season.

     

    However, the Celtics’ momentum stalled on Sunday, January 11 (Philippine Standard Time), after a 95–100 loss to the San Antonio Spurs at TD Garden. The defeat was frustrating not only because it came on home court, but also due to the officiating—at least in the eyes of star wing Jaylen Brown.

     

    Brown expressed visible displeasure with the calls—or lack thereof—throughout the game and did not hold back after the final buzzer. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), he posted, “Fine me I’m sick of this st.”** According to Gary Washburn of the Boston Globe, Brown later doubled down during his postgame media availability, saying, “I will take the f*g fine. The inconsistency is crazy. Give me the fine.”

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    On the floor, Brown delivered another standout performance, keeping the Celtics competitive with 27 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists while shooting 11-of-28 from the field and 5-of-11 from beyond the arc. But the stat line also revealed the source of his frustration: not a single free throw attempt. Boston, as a team, shot only four free throws the entire night—an unusual figure for a squad known for its aggressive drives and physical play. By contrast, the Spurs attempted 20 free throws, capitalizing on every opportunity to extend their lead and maintain control.

     

    Despite the loss and the officiating issues, Brown continues to anchor the Celtics’ offense in the absence of franchise cornerstone Jayson Tatum, who remains sidelined due to injury. The 29-year-old guard-forward is putting together one of the best seasons of his career, averaging 29.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 5.0 assists while shooting an efficient 49.9 percent from the field and 37.2 percent from three-point range. His ability to shoulder the scoring load, facilitate plays, and defend multiple positions has kept Boston firmly in the upper tier of the East.

     

    While Jaylen Brown’s frustration reflects a deeper concern about officiating consistency in the NBA, it also underscores the pressure he carries as the Celtics’ primary leader during Tatum’s absence. Boston will need cooler heads and continued high-level performances from Brown as they navigate the heart of the season and push for better playoff positioning. If the team can maintain its form and regain full health, the Celtics remain a legitimate contender in a competitive Eastern Conference landscape.

     

     

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  • PSC targets more ice rinks following strong showing of PH skating team in SEA Games

    PSC targets more ice rinks following strong showing of PH skating team in SEA Games

    The Philippines closed out the 2025 Southeast Asian Games in Bangkok, Thailand on a strong note, finishing sixth overall with 50 gold medals, 73 silvers, and 154 bronzes for a total haul of 277 medals.

     

    Among the standout performers was Team Philippines’ skating contingent, which delivered an impressive six-medal campaign. The group secured one gold in short track speed skating, two silvers in women’s figure skating, and another silver in women’s ice hockey, along with additional podium finishes that highlighted the country’s growing competitiveness in ice sports.

     

    In the wake of the program’s success, the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) expressed enthusiasm about expanding training opportunities by increasing the number of ice skating facilities nationwide.

     

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    “It’s a pleasant surprise to see the Philippines and the national team, winning medals in a sport or sports na hindi naman pang-tropical country. That is the beauty of sports diba? In Thailand they are very good in ice sports because they have eleven skating rinks and we have three. That’s why I was talking with chairman Hans Sy, I said we need eight more. Pag nangyari yan, we can win more medals,” PSC chairman Patrick Gregorio said in a media interaction.

    Gregorio emphasized that better accessibility and infrastructure would be key to sustaining the country’s progress.

     

    “Number one is facilities and the opportunity to practice this sport all over the country. They have one in Cebu, we have two here. Maybe three more here, then put up one in Mindanao. I checked — it’s not so expensive anymore because of technology. Kung lagyan mo ng ice skating rink yung mga bayan natin all over the country, then people will play. It’s a beautiful sport,” he added.

     

    Leaders from the national men’s and women’s ice hockey teams welcomed the PSC’s plans, noting that improved facility access would directly boost athlete development and participation.

     

    “I think it would really help the game, not just hockey. We are talking figure skating, speed skating. It would help so much if we could train on a more regular basis because like we have to train after mall hours. It would help us and the growth of the game,” said men’s team captain Steven Fuglister.

     

    “Imagine three sports where we just share one rink. It would really be huge for the development of all of our sports to have even just one more or two more ice rinks,” added women’s captain Bianca Cuevas.

     

    With momentum from their SEA Games success, the country’s ice sports athletes are now gearing up for several international tournaments, including the Ice Hockey World Championships and the ISU Four Continents Championships.

     

     

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  • “Just try to stay aggressive”: Poy Erram happy to contribute as TNT take a 3-1 lead over Meralco

    “Just try to stay aggressive”: Poy Erram happy to contribute as TNT take a 3-1 lead over Meralco

    The TNT Tropang Giga moved one win away from securing a spot in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Philippine Cup Finals after dismantling the Meralco Bolts, 102-83, in Game 4 on Sunday, January 11, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. The victory gave TNT a commanding 3–1 lead in the best-of-seven semifinal series.

     

    Poy Erram delivered his strongest performance of the conference, anchoring TNT’s dominance with 27 points on an efficient 9-of-11 shooting, while also tallying nine rebounds and two assists. Jordan Heading and Calvin Oftana provided additional firepower with 15 and 14 points, respectively, helping the Tropang Giga seize control early and never look back.

     

    For Erram, the standout performance marked a meaningful return to form following the knee injury that sidelined him in 2025. Now 36, the veteran center said he simply focused on staying aggressive.

     

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    “Nangyari na lang siya. Ako, I just tried to stay aggressive. Luckily, na-shoot yung mga tira ko. Grabe rin yung tiwala sa akin ng teammates ko, and I just stayed ready,” Erram said in the post match press conference.

    Despite recovering, Erram has seen limited action this conference, averaging just 6.2 minutes per game while playing behind Brandon Ganuelas-Rosser, Kelly Williams, and Henry Galinato in the team’s rotation.

     

    Still, the former Gilas Pilipinas big man remains committed to contributing in whatever way he can, especially with TNT missing key players Roger Pogoy (hamstring), Kelly Williams (illness), and Rey Nambatac (ankle).

     

    “Kahit limited yung minuto ko, I make it a point na pinapanood ko yung film, then sinisigaw ko yung plays ng kalaban para alam ng teammates ko kung ano yung tinatakbo nila. Wala namang conscious effort, and not necessarily sa offense, but on defense,” he added.

     

    Head coach Chot Reyes praised Erram’s professionalism and readiness despite inconsistent playing time.

     

    “I just keep telling him: ‘Ready ka lang.’ Whether he plays or not at all, we just tell him to stay ready. He also puts in the work during practice, so moments like this are exactly what it’s for,” Reyes said.

     

    TNT now aims to close out the series in Game 5, set for Wednesday, January 14, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

     

     

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  • NBA legend Isiah Thomas questions Michael Jordan’s GOAT status

    NBA legend Isiah Thomas questions Michael Jordan’s GOAT status

    The debate over the “Greatest of All-Time” (GOAT) in the National Basketball Association (NBA) continues to spark conversation, with fans and analysts divided over the merits of Chicago Bulls icon Michael Jordan and Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James.

     

    Naismith Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas recently reignited the discussion during an appearance on The Run It Back Show with DeMarcus Cousins and Chandler Parsons. Known for his long-time feud with Jordan, Thomas questioned how Jordan is still considered the GOAT when players like Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant have redefined the game, and LeBron holds the majority of NBA records.

     

    “This is what I don’t understand about your era, right? You guys are playing with arguably the greatest player to ever play. And excuse me when I say this, but you all treat him like he ain’t nothing. Instead of plugging your era up, you all go back and say, our era was the greatest. You know, Michael Jordan was the greatest. Nobody could ever be greater than Michael Jordan, right?,” Thomas said.

     

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    “And then you turn around, but in your era, LeBron James is sitting there. He’s holding every single basketball record. I mean, every single one of them. And you’re looking at a Kevin Durant, and you’re looking at a Stephen Curry. But then when you all say who the greatest is, you all talk about the guy that gave you some shoes and some warm-ups.

    “Well, he’s going to make you change your mind on, or at least critically think about it, right? And I’m a historian of the game. And I’m not a hater. When I speak facts, people think it’s hate. But you can’t, in no sports category, when we talk about track, when we talk about tennis, when we talk about football, baseball, arguably the best players or athletes in those sports, they hold the world records.

     

    “I know we talk about Jordan, but he leads in no statistical basketball category. But yet we say there’s an argument about him being the best. But then when you look at Kareem and you look at LeBron, those guys lead in several statistical categories. Yet we say somebody else is better.

    “I’m just giving you the evidence, right? Here’s the evidence. And 15 years from now, when the next generation comes along, and they talk about how great LeBron James was and how great Kevin Durant was, and Steph Curry was, it won’t even be a conversation or a debate.

     

    “Your generation right now is the only one. You all say we hating on you all, but you all hating on yourselves. Every time we ask you who your top 10 is, you list 10 guys from the 80s. You don’t list none of your guys.

     

    “We knew what we had in Jordan, right? And we gave Jordan his flowers. We were all like, hey, this dude looks different than everybody. I hear you all talk about LeBron at 41, and your generation acts like, oh, man,” Thomas concluded.

     

    Thomas’ outspoken comments are perhaps unsurprising given his history with Jordan. During their playing days, Thomas’ Detroit Pistons and Jordan’s Chicago Bulls were fierce rivals in the 1980s. The animosity continued years later, with Thomas criticizing Jordan on multiple occasions. Jordan himself referred to Thomas as an “assh***” in the Netflix documentary The Last Dance, a remark Thomas has not forgiven, stating he will not reconcile with the NBA icon without an apology.

     

    While the GOAT debate is unlikely to reach a consensus anytime soon, Thomas’ perspective highlights an ongoing shift in how modern basketball achievements—statistical dominance, longevity, and versatility—factor into the conversation. As LeBron, Curry, Durant, and future stars continue to shape the game, the debate over who truly deserves the title of NBA’s greatest may ultimately rest less on nostalgia and more on measurable impact on the court.

     

     

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  • “Proud ako kasi magiging legend ako”: Ranidel de Ocampo on TNT retiring his No. 33 jersey

    “Proud ako kasi magiging legend ako”: Ranidel de Ocampo on TNT retiring his No. 33 jersey

    Former TNT star Ranidel de Ocampo has firmly cemented his legacy as one of the franchise’s greatest players and is set to be recognized as a Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) legend.

     

    The TNT Tropang Giga recently announced that they will retire De Ocampo’s No. 33 jersey in his honor. The ceremony is scheduled to take place during halftime of the Philippine Cup semifinal Game 3 between TNT and the Meralco Bolts on Friday, January 9, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

     

    Currently serving as an assistant coach under Chot Reyes for TNT, De Ocampo expressed his pride in receiving such a rare recognition.

     

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    “Siyempre very proud ako kasi bihira lang naman ‘yung mabibigyan ng ganitong kumbaga recognition. At ito pang dati kong team na Talk ‘N Text, nilaruan ko Talk ‘N Text Tropang Texters, ‘yun ‘yung ire-retire na jersey,” he said in a media interaction.

     

    “Proud ako kasi kumbaga magiging legend ako. Masarap din ‘pag natatawag kang legend. ‘Yun nga, PBA legend. At the same time, kumbaga parang nagbunga ‘yung pinaghirapan mo,” he added.

    At 44 years old, De Ocampo becomes only the third TNT player to have his jersey retired, joining PBA legends Jimmy Alapag (No. 3) and Harvey Carey (No. 4). He also took a moment to acknowledge the people who contributed to his success.

     

    “Kasama ko doon ang sa pag-asenso ko, sa pagiging successful ng career ko, ang pamilya ko, ang mga magulang ko, ang mga kapatid ko. Pati mother ko, ayan. At siyempre ang solid sa TNT fans, saka ‘yung team RDO exclusive. Nagpapasalamat ako sa kanila. Kasama ko sila hanggang nga ngayon na hindi na ako naglalaro, nandiyan parin sila sumusuporta,” he said.

     

    De Ocampo’s career in the PBA began when he was selected fourth overall by FedEx/Air21 Express in the 2004 draft. He joined TNT in 2008 and played with the franchise until 2017. During his time with the Tropang Giga, he won six PBA championships, was named a two-time PBA Finals Most Valuable Player (MVP), earned the PBA Best Player of the Conference award in the 2014 Governors’ Cup, and received nine PBA All-Star nominations.

     

    Reflecting on his career highlights, De Ocampo singled out his first championship as particularly memorable.

     

    “‘Yung first championship ko, ‘yun ding year na ‘yun, ‘yung conference na ‘yun. So ‘yun ‘yung pinaka-memorable sa akin. ‘Yung very, very first championship kasama ko ‘yung kapatid ko si kuya Yancy,” he recalled.

     

    With the retirement of his No. 33 jersey, TNT will not only honor De Ocampo’s on-court achievements but also celebrate his enduring influence on the franchise, both as a player and a mentor. His legacy will continue to inspire future generations of TNT players, ensuring that Ranidel de Ocampo remains a true icon of Philippine basketball.

     

     

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  • “It’s up to us to bend our game around him”: LeBron James fitting his game around Luka Doncic

    “It’s up to us to bend our game around him”: LeBron James fitting his game around Luka Doncic

    The Los Angeles Lakers have made a strong statement in the early stages of the 2025-26 National Basketball Association (NBA) season, compiling a 23-12 record to sit fourth in the highly competitive Western Conference standings.

     

    Much of the Lakers’ momentum has been fueled by the return of franchise icon LeBron James, who continues to defy Father Time at 41. On Wednesday, January 7 (Philippine Standard Time), LeBron poured in 30 points against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center, demonstrating that he remains a key contributor for the team despite his age and previous injury concerns.

     

    While LeBron’s scoring and leadership are invaluable, the four-time NBA champion has been clear about the Lakers’ hierarchy, emphasizing the central role of Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic.

     

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    “Luka Doncic don’t need to bend his game for me. Luka is our 26-year-old franchise for this ballclub. He don’t need to bend his game. It is up to us to bend our game around him and figure it out,” LeBron said in a media session.

    The veteran forward added: “We just try to be dynamic and work off of him. We know he is an unbelievable pick-and-roll player, unbelievable shotmaker. He commands the defense. He has four eyes, sometimes six eyes on him. So, it’s up to us to put ourselves in the right position. It’s not a problem for me; it’s not an issue for me.”

     

    LeBron has also shouldered additional responsibility amid injury setbacks, with starters Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura sidelined due to left and right calf injuries, respectively. Despite these absences, the Lakers managed to win three consecutive games before falling to the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday, January 8 (Philippine Standard Time).

     

    “We are just trying to weather the storm with the guys that we have. But, it is going to start with me and Luka, for sure. Every time we hit the floor. He has the ball in his hands. I’m going to have the ball in my hands. We have to make sure we are putting our guys in position offensively, and then defensively,” LeBron explained.

     

    The Lakers have also benefited from LeBron’s resurgence after returning from a sciatica-related condition, which had limited his production early in the season. In his first six games, he averaged just 14 points per contest on 41.3 percent shooting. Since then, however, he has stepped up, not just as a scorer but as a floor general and mentor to younger teammates.

     

    Despite LeBron’s efforts, it is clear that Doncic has become the face of the franchise. The Lakers’ offensive schemes and rotations are increasingly built around the 26-year-old guard, who draws constant defensive attention and creates opportunities for his teammates. LeBron’s willingness to defer to Doncic underscores his leadership and team-first mentality, a trait that has defined his career.

     

    Looking ahead, the Lakers’ success this season will likely depend on maintaining this balance between experience and youth, health and depth. With LeBron still playing at a high level and Luka anchoring the offense, the Lakers are well-positioned to remain a formidable contender in the Western Conference. How the team navigates injuries and maximizes its dynamic duo will be crucial if they aim to make a deep playoff run and contend for another championship.

     

     

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  • Veteran setter Rhea Dimaculangan-Villarete announces retirement after 26-year volleyball career

    Veteran setter Rhea Dimaculangan-Villarete announces retirement after 26-year volleyball career

    Veteran setter Rhea Dimaculangan-Villarete officially announced her retirement from professional volleyball on Thursday, January 8, drawing the curtain on a remarkable career that spanned 26 years across the grassroots, collegiate, club, and professional levels.

     

    Her announcement came just days after parting ways with Premier Volleyball League (PVL) powerhouse Creamline Cool Smashers, ending her nine-month stint with the franchise.

     

    The 34-year-old confirmed the news through a social media post, where she reflected on her journey and expressed gratitude for a sport that shaped most of her life.

     

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    “Volleyball has been the source of so much joy for me in the past 26 years of my life. It taught me discipline, resilience, teamwork, and respect, making the volleyball court feel like home and my teammates and coaches like my family,” Dimaculangan-Villarete wrote.

    “Being an athlete has shown me what it means to show up every day and giving my all. It taught me how to dream big and relentlessly pursue those dreams. It has also given me opportunities to meet some of the most incredible people and live in the most memorable moments of my life.

     

    “And with that, I am forever grateful for all the valuable lessons volleyball has taught me and the countless blessings it has brought to me. Closing this chapter is bittersweet, but it will forever be truly special. Volleyball will always be a part of me and so will everyone who shared this journey with me.

     

    “Till next time. Maraming salamat!,” she concluded.

     

    Dimaculangan-Villarete rose to prominence in collegiate volleyball after steering the University of Santo Tomas to the UAAP Season 72 women’s championship, earning Finals MVP honors along with the Best Server award.

     

    Her success carried over to the Shakey’s V-League, where she collected three championships, a silver medal, two Best Setter citations, and a Finals MVP. She later starred in the Philippine Superliga, capturing four titles and three runner-up finishes with Foton and Petron, while also being named the 2018 league MVP.

     

    She made her PVL debut with the PLDT Power Hitters in 2021 before joining Creamline, with whom she earned two bronze medals. Her most recent campaign concluded in the 2025 Reinforced Conference—closing out a decorated career defined by leadership, consistency, and championships.

     

     

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  •  “We are down, but we are definitely not out”: Chris Newsome urges Bolts to stay confident

     “We are down, but we are definitely not out”: Chris Newsome urges Bolts to stay confident

    The Meralco Bolts’ struggles in the PBA Philippine Cup semifinals continued on Wednesday, January 7, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, as they fell to the TNT Tropang Giga, 109-92, in Game 2.

     

    Jordan Heading and Calvin Oftana spearheaded TNT’s dominant performance, combining for 50 points and putting added pressure on Meralco head coach Luigi Trillo to make significant adjustments heading into the rest of the best-of-seven series.

     

    Despite back-to-back defeats, Bolts captain Chris Newsome remains steadfast, urging his teammates to maintain a resilient “down but not out” mindset.

     

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    “I mean, it’s always tough, especially after a loss like that, where we didn’t have a chance in that game. You know they kept the lead. They kept us spread there. A very difficult position to be in. The morale of the team is down right now, but we are definitely not out,” Newsome said in a media interaction.

     

    “The one thing I wanted the guys to continue to embrace is the belief that we can continue to win and we continue to play good basketball. And these last two games don’t define who we are as a program and who we are as individuals. And we really have to play this series all the way out,” he added.

    The 35-year-old guard emphasized that Meralco’s veterans continue to remind the younger players that the series is far from over.

     

    “I think that’s the biggest takeaway for us is that they have to win four. We can’t let these two losses affect our morale and our team spirit. So that’s the main thing, taking that experience from our veterans and the ones that have been in multiple series before. A lot of us have been to game sevens. In a series, anything can happen,” Newsome continued.

     

    Meralco’s Game 2 effort was further hampered by Newsome’s early exit after dislocating his left pinky finger, limiting his availability and removing the Bolts’ most influential on-court presence.

     

    “I dislocated my left pinky. It was a clean dislocation. Our team physician popped it back in place, taped it up, and I just went out there and continued to play. Me having to take an early exit didn’t really help. You know I wanted to be out there to help the team start. But I think that’s where you have to show the capabilities of the team, regardless of who’s in the game, they have to be able to perform, they have to be able to execute the game plan.

     

    “It’s just unfortunate what happened to me earlier in the game. But I was able to get it back together and try my best to help the team win despite the injury I sustained,” Newsome concluded.

     

    With the Bolts now facing a crucial juncture in the semifinals, Newsome hopes the team can regroup and respond when the series resumes with Game 3 on Friday, January 9, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

     

     

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  • Stephen Curry reveals the legends he wants on stage for his Hall of Fame induction

    Stephen Curry reveals the legends he wants on stage for his Hall of Fame induction

    Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in National Basketball Association (NBA) history, continues to cement his legacy both on and off the court. Beyond his four championships and two MVP awards, Curry is credited with revolutionizing the game of basketball, ushering in a new era defined by pace, spacing, and long-range shooting. His impact has shaped everything from youth basketball to NBA defensive schemes, making him one of the most influential players in modern sports.

     

    With his resume all but guaranteeing a future place in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, Curry recently offered a glimpse into that milestone moment. In an interview with NBA legend Vince Carter, the 37-year-old was asked who he would want on stage as his official presenters during his Hall of Fame induction. Curry did not hesitate in naming the individuals he wants standing beside him when the honor becomes official.

     

    “I mean, you. Steve Nash, Reggie Miller and Ray Allen are the names that I think off the top of my head. Those are my guys, though. It’s crazy to even say out loud,” Curry said.

     

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    The future Hall of Famer’s choices reflect deep personal and professional connections. Curry has described Carter as a family mentor figure, having played alongside Curry’s father, Dell, with the Toronto Raptors during the early 2000s. Carter’s “Vinsanity” era helped reshape the modern NBA’s style and athleticism—an influence Curry openly appreciates.

    Curry’s admiration for Ray Allen and Reggie Miller is well-documented. He broke Allen’s all-time three-point record during the 2021–22 season, surpassing the very players he studied growing up. Both sharpshooters embraced Curry’s ascent and celebrated him publicly, reinforcing their bond as three of the sport’s greatest perimeter threats.

     

    Meanwhile, Curry credits Steve Nash for influencing critical aspects of his game. Nash served as a player development consultant for the Warriors early in Curry’s career, offering guidance on pace, decision-making, and shooting mechanics. Curry has repeatedly acknowledged Nash’s role in shaping his evolution into a transformative offensive force.

     

    Despite his monumental accomplishments, Curry remains grounded about where he currently stands in his career timeline. Now entering his 17th NBA season, he acknowledges that he is much closer to the end than the beginning. Yet, he insists that his competitive drive remains as strong as ever.

     

    “I guess the only thing is being able to embrace the fact that there are less days ahead on the court than there are behind, so I don’t run away from the fact of your mortality in the sense of your basketball mortality. I know that I don’t have that many years left, but the idea of just honing in on the now, and there’s a sense of urgency at the moment because I still have a lot to prove on the court. I don’t want to get too ahead of myself. We have got to hold on for as long as we can,” he added.

     

    Curry’s comments highlight a superstar who remains driven by the pursuit of excellence rather than nostalgia. Even as he acknowledges the reality of the late stages of his career, his focus stays firmly on winning, improving, and extending the Warriors’ championship window. Whether or not more titles follow, his legacy as a game-changing icon is already secure—and his future Hall of Fame induction, with the legends he admires standing beside him, promises to be one of the most memorable moments in basketball history.

     

     

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  • Tim Cone blasts Barangay Ginebra’s bench after Game 2 loss to San Miguel

    Tim Cone blasts Barangay Ginebra’s bench after Game 2 loss to San Miguel

    San Miguel Beermen mounted a furious second-half rally to take Game 2 of their best-of-seven Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Philippine Cup semifinal series, defeating long-time rivals Barangay Ginebra San Miguel, 93–84, on Wednesday, January 7, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. The victory allowed the Beermen to tie the series at 1–1 and regain momentum after dropping the opener.

     

    Jeron Teng, a former University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) standout, emerged as the unexpected spark for San Miguel. Coming off the bench, Teng delivered 13 points—12 of which came in the pivotal fourth quarter—igniting a comeback that stunned the Ginebra crowd. Teng’s aggressiveness down the stretch proved critical as he attacked the rim, absorbed contact, and made timely baskets when San Miguel needed them most.

     

    Don Trollano also rebounded from a quiet Game 1 performance, adding 12 key points and stabilizing the Beermen offense during crucial stretches. San Miguel’s improved bench production proved to be one of the biggest storylines of the night, flipping the script from the series opener.

     

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    Barangay Ginebra head coach Tim Cone did not mince words when discussing the defeat, expressing frustration over the dip in contributions from his second unit. In Game 1, Ginebra’s bench outscored San Miguel’s reserves 54–29 in their 99–90 victory. But in Game 2, the tables turned. San Miguel’s bench exploded for 44 points, while Ginebra managed only 37—an imbalance Cone pointed to as the decisive factor.

    “We didn’t do things well tonight. We have to figure it out and see if we can come out better,” Cone said during the postgame media availability. “Our bench did not play well tonight. Nobody from our bench played well tonight.”

     

    Cone acknowledged the inconsistency that often comes with relying heavily on reserve players but remained hopeful that adjustments could be made.

     

    “That’s kind of typical with benches and guys coming off it. They will be great one night and maybe not on the second night. Hopefully, we can come back and compete better in the third game,” he added.

     

    The defeat highlighted areas of concern for Ginebra, particularly on defense and ball movement in the second half. The team struggled to contain San Miguel’s drives and allowed too many second-chance opportunities, while their own offense stagnated late in the game. 

     

    Meanwhile, the Beermen will look to build on their improved execution and energy. With Teng stepping up and the bench firing, head coach Jorge Gallent now has added confidence in his team’s depth as the series intensifies.

     

    With the semifinals now tied at 1–1, both squads head into Game 3 with renewed urgency. The crucial third meeting is scheduled for Friday, January 9, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, where momentum—and potentially the direction of the series—will be up for grabs.

     

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