Rain or Shine holds off Ginebra in Lucena, finally scores first win
Rain or Shine scored its first win of the conference after beating Ginebra, 104-97, on Saturday in Lucena.
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- In the 2026 PBA Commissioner’s Cup playoffs context, Barangay Ginebra has been engaged in multiple tight battles with Rain or Shine, including a May 21, 2026 semifinal game where Ginebra pulled away late to even the series at 1-1. This is the most recent formal semifinal result highlighting their head-to-head in that stage.[4]
- Earlier in 2025–26 coverage, Ginebra secured a regular-season win over Rain or Shine to strengthen their twice-to-beat positioning, reflecting the ongoing rivalry and the Gin Kings’ defensive pressure in that stretch.[3]
- Historical context shows Rain or Shine has had competitive showings against Ginebra in various conferences, including notable wins and strong late-run performances, but Ginebra has generally dominated the matchup in key moments and playoffs in recent seasons.[2][7]
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