Even with the return of Jimmy Alapag, Kelly Williams, and Ryan Reyes still Talk ‘N Text failed to notch their first win in the Governor’s Cup. Air21’s offense and defense was simply too much for the Tropang Texters to handle. Zach Graham contributed 38 points for his team and other locals for Air21 also stepped up enabling them to beat the powerhouse Talk ‘N Text.
From the start of the first quarter all the way to the fourth quarter, the Express controlled the tempo not allowing Talk N’ Text to take the driver seat. The only lead the Tropang Texters had was when they scored the first two points of the game and after that it was Air21 all throughout the ball game. Out of frustration, Chot Reyes slammed his board on the floor during one of their huddles.
After the loss, Talk ‘N Text are now 0-2 joining Powerade Tigers at the bottom of the standings. They are the only teams who are yet to get their first win off the tournament. This will be the first time of the Tropang Texters to be in this situation after three years. They’ve never lost two straight games in the last 5 to 6 conferences. The last time they had a poor start was against with Petron Blaze Booster during their semifinals match in the last Philippine Cup which they became the eventual champion after beating the Powerade Tigers in five games. Curiously, both Talk ‘N Text and Powerade are only the two teams who are currently win less.
With the ability of Talk ‘N Text to find light in adverse situations, it is only a matter of time before they can get their groove back. Once they get that first win, I know they will build on that momentum and start their winning ways again. Their next game should be a must win game because of the very tough and short elimination games. If they want to give Chot Reyes a graceful exit they must start to bring back their old form.
They are up against a very powerful team this coming Wednesday. They will be facing a complete and healthy team in Petron Blaze Boosters. The Boosters are currently undefeated and their spirits are high because Jay Washington, one of their main scorers is slowly getting his groove back. It is going to be another game tough for Talk ‘N Text and they must find a way to get that first win.
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