Game Overview: San Miguel Beermen vs TNT Tropang 5G
The 2025 PBA Philippine Cup Finals are now tied at 1-1 after two intense matchups. San Miguel bounced back in Game 2 behind strong fourth-quarter play and timely contributions from veterans and role players alike. TNT, meanwhile, is struggling with mounting injuries but remains dangerous behind standout performances from Calvin Oftana and Roger Pogoy. Fantasy-wise, the series has already produced multiple breakout games.
Key Players to Watch
| Position | Players to Watch |
|---|---|
| PG | Jordan Heading (TNT), Chris Ross (SMB) |
| SG | RR Pogoy (TNT) |
| SF | CJ Perez (SMB), Don Trollano (SMB), Jericho Cruz (SMB) |
| PF | Calvin Oftana (TNT), Brandon Ganuelas-Rosser (TNT), Rodney Brondial (SMB) |
| C | June Mar Fajardo (SMB), Kelly Williams (TNT), Mo Tautuaa (SMB) |
Injury Report (Updated After Game 4)
- Poy Erram (ankle) – Left Game 2 early; questionable for Game 3. Poy Erram was back in Game 4.
- Simon Enciso is injured in Game 3 and out in Game 4.
DFS Tips & Picks (Updated After Game 2)
Here are the players you should keep an eye on, along with their averages through the first two games of the Finals:
San Miguel Beermen
- June Mar Fajardo: 21.5 PPG, 12.0 RPG, 1.5 APG, 1.5 SPG, 1.0 BPG
- CJ Perez: 12.5 PPG, 10.0 RPG, 1.5 APG, 1.5 SPG, 0.5 BPG
- Don Trollano: 17.5 PPG, 5.5 RPG, 1.0 APG, 0.5 SPG, 0.5 BPG
- Chris Ross: 7.0 PPG, 4.5 RPG, 5.5 APG, 2.0 SPG
- Jericho Cruz: 7.0 PPG, 5.0 RPG, 5.0 APG, 1.0 SPG
TNT Tropang Giga
- Calvin Oftana: 18.0 PPG, 8.0 RPG, 2.0 APG, 0.5 SPG
- Jordan Heading: 17.0 PPG, 2.5 RPG, 4.0 APG, 0.5 SPG
- Kelly Williams: 10.0 PPG, 7.5 RPG, 3.5 APG, 1.5 SPG
- RR Pogoy: 14.5 PPG, 3.0 RPG, 2.0 APG
- Brandon Ganuelas‑Rosser: 11.5 PPG, 3.5 RPG, 0.5 APG, 4.5 BPG
📌 Tip: San Miguel’s core players like Fajardo, Perez, and Trollano have shown steady production and reliable minutes; prioritize these veterans for consistent fantasy scoring.
📌 Tip: Expect volatility from scorers like Pogoy and Cruz, who can explode or struggle depending on game tempo and defensive matchups.
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Fantasy Lineups
*The player recommendations and suggested lineups provided in this article are for reference purposes only. Actual performance may vary based on in-game conditions, coaching decisions, and other unpredictable factors. Always use your own judgment when finalizing your Daily Fantasy selections.
2024–25 PBA Philippine Cup Finals Schedule
| Game | Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Game 1 | July 13 | 7:30 p.m. | Smart Araneta Coliseum |
| Game 2 | July 16 | 7:30 p.m. | Smart Araneta Coliseum |
| Game 3 | July 18 | 7:30 p.m. | Smart Araneta Coliseum |
| Game 4 | July 20 | 7:30 p.m. | Mall of Asia Arena |
| Game 5 | July 23 | 7:30 p.m. | Smart Araneta Coliseum |
| Game 6* | July 25 | 7:30 p.m. | PhilSports Arena |
| Game 7* | July 27 | 7:30 p.m. | PhilSports Arena |
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