Borneo Hornbills (Bogor) vs Pelita Jaya BC, Indonesia Basketball League, 2026, Today Match Prediction
Borneo Hornbills (Bogor)
Pelita Jaya BC
Can Borneo outclass Pelita Jaya?
- Pelita Jaya Esia Jakarta has a 90.9% win rate against Borneo Hornbills.
- Borneo Hornbills average 81.4 points at home while playing against Pelita Jaya Esia Jakarta.
- In the last five matches, Pelita Jaya Esia Jakarta has lost one and won four matches.
Borneo Hornbills to win and cover the spread (2.5).
| Tournament: | Indonesia Basketball League, 2026 |
| Live Streaming: | Courtside 1891 |
| Venue: | Gor Satria Laga Tangkas (Cibinong) |
| Tip Off: | 17:30:00 |
Borneo Hornbills (Bogor) vs Pelita Jaya BC Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 2.08 | 1.80 |
Borneo Hornbills (Bogor) vs Pelita Jaya BC Match Prediction & Analysis
Game 3 of the 2026 IBL Finals on June 24 is the biggest game of the series so far, with Borneo Hornbills and Pelita Jaya tied 1-1. Borneo enters with momentum after a dominant 83-63 Game 2 victory fueled by elite defense and strong performances.
Pelita Jaya will look to bounce back by improving offensive efficiency and leveraging their experience in high pressure situations. The winner will move within one victory of the championship, making this a pivotal matchup. Expect a physical, intense battle with urgency from both teams.
In their last five head-to-head matchups, Borneo Hornbills has won one match, while Pelita Jaya has won four matches.
Borneo Hornbills (Bogor) vs Pelita Jaya BC Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travin Thibodeaux | 25.9 | 9.3 | 4.7 | 2.0/1.0 |
| Perrin Buford | 21.1 | 8.9 | 9.8 | 1.6/0.8 |
Teams Preview
Borneo Hornbills (Bogor) Preview
Borneo Hornbills head into Finals Game 3 with momentum and belief after a dominant 83-63 victory over Pelita Jaya in Game 2, leveling the best-of-five championship series at 1-1.
A major strength for Borneo has been its balanced core. Kaleb Wesson, Travin Thibodeaux, and Stephaun Branch have consistently delivered on both ends, In game 2, Travin Thibodeaux led the scoring with 36 points, while Stephaun Branch added 20 points and Kaleb Wesson added 16 points and 13 rebounds, a double-double.
Offensively, Borneo shot efficiently, hitting 43% from the field, 32% from the perimeter and 77% from the free throw line, supported by their fluid ball movement (17 assists).
Defensively, they controlled the boards (40-33), scoring second chance opportunities through 17 offensive rebounds. They also recorded 14 steals and forced the hosts to commit 22 turnovers, causing multiple momentum swings in their favor.
Game 3 now becomes the pivotal swing game of the Finals. If Borneo can replicate the defensive intensity that fueled the 20 point win and continue receiving strong production from its frontcourt, it has a real opportunity to seize control of the series.
After making history by reaching the Finals and responding emphatically in Game 2, the Hornbills enter Game 3 with confidence and momentum firmly on their side.
Overall, the team averages 87.8 points per game, while dishing out 23.2 assists. Defensively, they record 43.6 rebounds and allow opponents to just 80.5 points per game.
Pelita Jaya BC Preview
Pelita Jaya enters Finals Game 3 with the championship race tied 1-1 after a disappointing 83-63 loss in Game 2.
Agassi Yeshe Goantara led the scoring with 15 points and Perrin Buford added 13 points, the only two players who managed to score in double figures. Key players like Darious Moten and Jeff Withey had a quiet night and the rest of the supporting cast failed to provide enough support.
Offensively, Pelita Jaya shot 40% from the field, including 30% from the perimeter and 50% from the two point range. Defensively, they got outrebounded 40-33 on the boards, made key defensive lapses and committed 22 turnovers and 26 fouls.
With the series shifting to a decisive stage, expect Pelita Jaya to play with urgency. Their defense remains one of the league’s strongest weapons and a sharper offensive performance could quickly swing momentum back in their favor.
Game 3 is a chance for Pelita Jaya to reassert its dominance and move one win closer to another IBL title.
Overall, the team averages 83.6 points per game, while dishing out 21.7 assists. Defensively, they record 44.7 rebounds and allow opponents to just 70 points per game.
Borneo Hornbills (Bogor) vs Pelita Jaya BC Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Stephaun Branch |
| SG | Antoni Erga |
| SF | David Liberty Nuban |
| PF | Travin Thibodeaux |
| C | Kaleb Wesson |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Perrin Buford |
| SG | Agassi Yeshe Goantara |
| SF | Brandon Van Dorn Jawato |
| PF | Darious Moten |
| C | Jeff Withey |
BORNEO HORNBILLS (BOGOR) vs PELITA JAYA BC
Winning PredictionBorneo carries the momentum into Game 3 after its dominant 20 point win in Game 2. The Hornbills defense has become the biggest factor in the series, and playing with renewed confidence could help them edge a tightly contested battle.
Pelita Jaya’s championship experience keeps this close, but Borneo’s physicality, rebounding, home court and recent form give them a slight advantage. We are backing the Borneo Hornbills to win this matchup.
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