The Tile Masters and the Bakers, both holding identical 6-1 win-loss cards, meet at 5 p.m. with the winner joining Cignal-San Beda at the top of the standings and move closer to one of the top two spots for an automatic semifinals berth. Coming off a win against Victoria Sports-MLQU, 75-70, Racal is expected to bank on Lervin Flores and Kent Salado, who both recorded a double-double performance for the squad. Tile Masters Coach Jerry Codiñera warns his wards not to be complacent after the win over Victoria Sports and focus on besting Café France. The Bakers are also coming off a 92-83 win over AMA Online Education behind the sizzling of Rey Ebondo, who erupted for 29 markers, 18 rebounds and six assists against the Titans. Tanduay also signed up former Ginebra forward Dennice Villamor and JRU’s Jaycee Asuncion in its bid for a better spot in the next round.

Source: Manila Times March 08, 2017 12:11 UTC