SMB unveils own GiantThe Beermen tapped Justin Patton, a 7-foot-1 center and 2017 NBA Draft first-round selection with stints with Minnesota, Philadelphia, Oklahoma City and Houston, to take over from Marcus Lee in the ongoing PBA Commissioner’s Cup. MANILA, Philippines — After its 26-point beatdown from Bol Bol-led TNT, San Miguel Beer decided to bring a seven-footer and NBA-caliber import for itself moving forward. Patton was activated in time for the Beermen’s Holy Tuesday duel with winless guest team Macau at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium. With the 6-foot-11 Lee in tow, the reigning Philippine Cup kingpin limped to a woeful 1-2 start. Then with Johnson serving his one-game suspension against full-powered Meralco, the E-Painters rose to the challenge and prevailed, 109-102.

Source: Philippine Star March 31, 2026 02:44 UTC