NLEX Road Warriors vs TNT Tropang Giga, PBA Philippine Cup 2025, Today Match Prediction
NLEX Road Warriors
TNT Tropang Giga
Will TNT outplay NLEX?
- TNT Tropang 5G has a 64.7% win rate against NLEX Road Warriors.
- NLEX Road Warriors average 95.3 points at home while playing against TNT Tropang Giga.
- In the last five matches, TNT Tropang Giga has won two and lost three matches.
TNT Tropang 5G to win and cover the spread (-1.5).
| Tournament: | PBA Philippine Cup 2025 |
| Live Streaming: | Courtside 1891 |
| Venue: | Ynares Center - Antipolo |
| Tip Off: | 17:00:00 |
NLEX Road Warriors vs TNT Tropang Giga Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.89 | 1.81 |
NLEX Road Warriors vs TNT Tropang Giga Match Prediction & Analysis
NLEX Road Warriors and TNT Tropang 5G face off on 16 May 2026 in a decisive quarterfinal clash after TNT’s dramatic 96-93 Game 1 win. NLEX will rely on Robert Bolick’s playmaking and Cady Lalanne’s inside presence to push the tempo and bounce back. TNT counter with playoff experience, Bol Bol’s scoring and defensive impact. Momentum favors TNT after stealing the opener, but NLEX’s consistency throughout the conference keeps this matchup evenly balanced heading into a physical, high pressure battle for a semifinal spot.
In their last five head to head matchups, NLEX Road Warriors has just won one match, while TNT Tropang Giga has won four matches.
NLEX Road Warriors vs TNT Tropang Giga Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cady Lalanne | 25.3 | 15.5 | 1.5 | 0.5/2.3 |
| Bol Manute Bol | 37.8 | 14.6 | 1.5 | 1.0/2.0 |
Teams Preview
NLEX Road Warriors Preview
NLEX Road Warriors head into Quarterfinal Game 2 against TNT Tropang Giga under pressure after a narrow 96-93 loss in Game 1. Despite the defeat, NLEX showed resilience and offensive balance, continuing the strong form that saw them win four of their previous five games entering the playoffs.
In Game 1, Cady Lalanne led the charge with 17 points and 15 rebounds, while Robert Lee Bolick added 15 points.
Offensively, NLEX shot competitively, hitting 44.6% from the field, 48.4% from the perimeter and 66.7% from the free throw line, supported by their efficient ball movement. Defensively, they controlled the boards 48-35, but defensive lapses in key moments and 20 turnovers proved costly down the stretch.
For Game 2, the Road Warriors must tighten their perimeter defense, limit turnovers and prevent TNT from controlling key stretches late. If Bolick controls the pace and Lalanne dominates the paint, NLEX has the firepower to level the series before it swings further toward TNT.
Overall, the team averages 113.8 points per game, while dishing out 23.2 assists. Defensively, they record 54.9 rebounds, 7.3 steals and 4.1 blocks per game.
TNT Tropang Giga Preview
TNT Tropang 5G head into Quarterfinal Game 2 against NLEX Road Warriors with momentum after escaping with a 96-93 victory in the series opener. TNT showed championship composure late in the game, leaning on defense and timely execution to close out a tight contest.
Bol Manute Bol led the charge with 34 points and 14 rebounds, providing a major presence inside with his rim protection and scoring versatility.
Offensively, TNT shot 44.8% from the field, including 34.8% from the perimeter and 78.8% from the free throw line. Defensively, they got outrebounded 48-35 on the boards, but made key defensive stops through 9 steals and 3 blocks. They also forced NLEX to commit 20 turnovers, while limiting themselves to just 11.
The key for TNT in Game 2 will be slowing down Robert Bolick and controlling transition defense. If Bol Bol and Pogoy continue dictating the tempo while TNT’s veterans execute late game possessions, the Tropang 5G have a strong chance to complete the quarterfinal upset and move into the semifinals.
Overall, the team averages 116 points per game, while dishing out 20.6 assists. Defensively, they record 58.3 rebounds, 7.2 steals and 7.2 blocks per game.
NLEX Road Warriors vs TNT Tropang Giga Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Robert Lee Bolick |
| SG | Deschon Winston |
| SF | Kevin Kent Racal |
| PF | Anthony Paul Semerad |
| C | Cady Lalanne |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Rey Benedict Nambatac |
| SG | Calvin John Oftana |
| SF | Roger Ray Pogoy |
| PF | Glenn Khobuntin |
| C | Bol Manute Bol |
NLEX ROAD WARRIORS vs TNT TROPANG GIGA
Winning PredictionTNT Tropang 5G have the edge through playoff experience, defense, and late-game execution. NLEX can compete behind Cady Lalanne and Robert Bolick, but TNT are favored to win narrowly and secure a semifinal berth. We are backing TNT Tropang 5G to win this matchup.
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