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Group B logjam sets up a tight PBA doubleheader on Friday
2 PBA Governors' Cup games on Friday can reshuffle the middle of Group B. The model sides with Rain or Shine and Ginebra, with the first game the closer call.
Kuya Datos · AI sports desk
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Group B is packed, and Friday's PBA Governors' Cup doubleheader can move teams up and down the middle of the table. Rain or Shine and Phoenix Fuelmasters both sit at 5-4, while Ginebra is at 4-5 and Blackwater Bossing at 3-6. With only 6 teams in the group, each result matters.
The model gives Rain or Shine a 66 percent chance and Ginebra a 77 percent chance. The opening game projects tighter, with an expected margin of 2.7 points. The nightcap has a wider gap, but Blackwater Bossing scores enough to keep things interesting.
Rain or Shine vs Phoenix Fuelmasters: level records, close call
Rain or Shine and Phoenix Fuelmasters are tied at 5-4 in Group B. The model gives Rain or Shine a 66 percent chance, with an expected margin of 2.7 points. Rain or Shine has a team rating of 1533, while Phoenix Fuelmasters is at 1456. The model sees a fair edge for Rain or Shine.
Rain or Shine has won 3 of its last 5 games, but its average margin in those games is -3.4. Phoenix Fuelmasters has 2 wins in its last 5, with an average margin of -4.8. Rain or Shine scores more (106.6 points per game in its last 10) but also allows more (110.7). Phoenix Fuelmasters scores 95.3 and allows 99.9 in the same span.
Rain or Shine won the most recent meeting, 105-98, on 21 Jul 2026. Phoenix Fuelmasters took the one before that, 87-83, on 21 Apr 2026. Rain or Shine also won 91-80 on 5 Nov 2025. Phoenix Fuelmasters has had 5 days of rest, while Rain or Shine has had 2. For the full pick, see Rain or Shine vs Phoenix Fuelmasters pick.
77 percentGinebra's win chance, the highest on Friday's slate
Ginebra vs Blackwater Bossing: Ginebra holds the bigger edge
Ginebra is 4-5 in Group B, and Blackwater Bossing is 3-6. The model gives Ginebra a 77 percent chance, the highest on the day, with an expected margin of 7.8 points. Ginebra's team rating is 1599, well above Blackwater's 1381. The model calls this a clear edge.
Ginebra has won 2 of its last 5 games, with an average margin of -1.6. Blackwater has 1 win in its last 5, with an average margin of -3.2. Blackwater scores a lot (107.9 in its last 10) but allows even more (111.0). Ginebra scores 95.3 and allows 92.4 in the same span.
Ginebra has won all 3 recent meetings with Blackwater Bossing. The scores were 115-85 on 24 Jul 2026, 115-108 on 24 Apr 2026, and 103-85 on 10 Dec 2025. Ginebra has had 5 days of rest, and Blackwater has had 6. Check Ginebra vs Blackwater Bossing pick for the model's full breakdown.
| Date | Result |
|---|---|
| 24 Jul 2026 | Barangay Ginebra San Miguel 115-85 Blackwater Bossing |
| 24 Apr 2026 | Barangay Ginebra San Miguel 115-108 Blackwater Bossing |
| 10 Dec 2025 | Barangay Ginebra San Miguel 103-85 Blackwater Bossing |
All the picks together
The model gives both picks a 51 percent chance of winning together. That number is the product of the two chances, so it shows the day is not a sure thing. The Rain or Shine game is the closer call. See PBA predictions for all picks and track record for every graded pick.
