By MANILA, Philippines—Rain or Shine became the first team to advance to the PBA Commissioner’s Cup semifinals after defeating San Miguel Beer in the quarters, 113-104, at Ynares Sports Center in Antipolo on Friday.
The Elasto Painters maximized their twice-to-beat advantage and denied the Beermen a chance to force a decider.
San Miguel actually held a 90-86 lead midway through the fourth quarter before Rain or Shine unleashed a 13-3 rally to regain control, 99-93, behind an Andrei Caracut triple with 6:13 remaining.
