Senate Bill Proposes Fine Of Up To PhP 500k Against Scalpers

Ticket scalping concerns were raised ahead of the do-or-die Game 3 of the UAAP Season 87 men’s basketball finals between the De La Salle University Green Archers and the University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons last 15 December 2024, which the latter eventually won 66-62.

Social media comments indicated that fans might face difficulties securing tickets for Game 3 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, as many tickets were reportedly taken by scalpers in Game 1.

Bolts 68, KCC Egis 72

The Meralco Bolts blew a 13-point lead in the final four minutes and fell against home team Busan KCC Egis, 72-68, in the EASL Home-And-Away Season 2 last 18 December night at the Busan Sajik gymnasium.

The reigning Korean Basketball League champion went on a telling 19-2 run in the last 4:02 of the game behind a hail of three-pointers by Heo Ung to complete the huge reversal and notch its first win in the tournament.

Northport Allegedly Allowed John Amores To Join "Ligang Labas"

Northport controversial player, John Amores, was spotted in an exhibition match held in Duero, Bohol a few days ago while still serving his suspension for the entire PBA Commissioner’s Cup. Amores was involved in a shooting incident last September, which resulted to his suspension.

However, sources informed SPIN.ph that Amores’ participation had the blessings of NorthPort management, which, however, had no official statement on the matter.

Meralco Bolts Will Take On Busan Egis In EASL

The Meralco Bolts will be back in action in the East Asia Super League (EASL) on 18 December when they take on the Busan KCC Egis. During their first meeting last 14 November, the Bolts narrowly escapes with a 81-80 win at the PhilSports Arena in the Philippines.

In their previous game, Egis held the lead for much of the game but were overtaken by the Bolts in the final minute. Egis led 26-20 at the end of the first quarter and extended their advantage to 53-42 by halftime. They were still up 68-63 at the end of the third quarter.

Gilas Boys Drop Big In The FIBA Standings

The Gilas Pilipinas boys tumbled big as they fell 10-spot downl in the FIBA World Rankings for this year, according to a list by the basketball federation.

According to the FIBA World Rankings dated 2 December, the Philippines dropped to 35th spot in the world after being No. 25 last year.