The 2026 MPBL Playoffs have officially tipped off, and the top contenders are already proving why they earned home-court advantage. Based on the latest updated bracket for the Best-of-3 Quarterfinals, the heavyweights in both the North and South Divisions have successfully drawn first blood.
June Mar Fajardo anchored a decisive 14-2 fourth-quarter run as the Beermen withstood a furious rally from Meralco to advance to the final four at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
Encho Serrano converted a difficult driving layup in the final 18 seconds to push the defending champion Lanterns past the Knights in a high-intensity North Division clash.
JD Cagulangan orchestrated a dazzling fourth quarter as UP outdueled Kevin Quiambao and the Green Archers 76-72 in a finals rematch at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Multiple league insiders confirm preliminary trade discussions centered on an All-Star shooting guard and future draft capital, awaiting trade committee vetting.
June Mar Fajardo anchored a decisive 14-2 fourth-quarter run as the Beermen withstood a furious rally from Meralco to advance to the final four at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
The 2026 MPBL Playoffs have officially tipped off, and the top contenders are already proving why they earned home-court advantage. Based on the latest updated bracket for the Best-of-3 Quarterfinals, the heavyweights in both the North and South Divisions have successfully drawn first blood.
JD Cagulangan orchestrated a dazzling fourth quarter as UP outdueled Kevin Quiambao and the Green Archers 76-72 in a finals rematch at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Far from draining local talent, the overseas diaspora of Filipino athletes into Japan and Korea has accelerated tactical maturity and physical readiness on the international stage.
Coach Tim Cone reinforces continuity and size, retaining core standouts Dwight Ramos, Kai Sotto, and Justin Brownlee alongside versatile collegiate invitees.
