TWO veteran teams—Tanduay and Marinerong Pilipino—part ways on Monday as they collide in the Philippine Basketball Association Developmental League Foundation Cup at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig City.
Both sides are coming off feel good victories and hope to build on the momentum to keep pace with the early leaders.
The Rhum Masters are well-rested following a 13-day layoff after posting a 75-60 triumph over Centro Escolar University on June 6. Coach Lawrence Chongson believes their breakthrough victory will turn things around for his squad.
“I retained 11 players from last conference and what I have here is the familiarity and chemistry of my team,” he said.
Chongson is counting on Lester Alvarez, Jerwin Gaco and Adrian Santos to spearhead the Rum Masters’ will to their second win in three games.
Marinerong Pilipino Coach Koy Banal considers their stunning 66-65 upset win over Cignal HD as a springboard to get things going.
“We gave the players ample time to rest and we’re making sure that we’re well prepared for Tanduay. But again, we’re not focusing on our opponent but rather, on ourselves,” he said.
Game time is at 2 p.m., following the 12 noon tip-off between cellar-dwellers AMA Online Education (0-2) and Zark’s Burger (0-3).