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Nambatac says he’s no Williams clone, but is still of great impact for TNT

TNT guard Rey Nambatac during Game 1 of the PBA Governors’ Cup Finals against Ginebra.–PBA IMAGES Rey Nambatac was quick to refute notions of him being a Mikey Williams replacement and would rather think of himself as another piece in a puzzle that could help TNT in its championship aspirations against Barangay Ginebra in the…

Erram, Castro provide key help for RHJ, Nambatac as TNT takes Game 1 vs Ginebra

TNT import Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (with ball) found it tough to score on the Ginebra defense. But the Tropang Giga found other guys to deliver for a Game 1 victory. —AUGUST DELA CRUZ Poy Erram’s composure and Jayson Castro’s experience played to the advantage of TNT, which gained a headstart over Barangay Ginebra in the PBA…

Bittersweet feeling for Nambatac as he plays in first title series

Rey Nambatac (with ball) drives past Anton Asistio. —AUGUST DELA CRUZ What Rey Nambatac had imagined for years finally became a reality on Friday night when he reached the championship round in the PBA. But he wasn’t quite sure how to feel about it. The TNT guard let out a heartfelt “Finally, yes, yes, yes!”…

Rey Nambatac hopes to finally play in title series

If TNT succeeds in its first chance at finishing off Rain or Shine and advance to the PBA Governors’ Cup Finals, Rey Nambatac will finally get to check one item off his bucket list. And even if it that comes at the expense of his former team, which he still holds in high regard. Article…

With Nambatac fleshing out role to the hilt, TNT rises to the top

Rey Nambatac (left) provides valuable energy and scoring that allows TNT veteran Jayson Castro a lot of rest. —PBA IMAGES TNT captured a third-straight victory on Sunday night to rise to 5-1 overall in the PBA Governors’ Cup. Veteran Jayson Castro came through in the clutch, putting the game away from Converge’s reach and eventually…

Nambatac deal signals TNT transition to young core

Rey Nambatac makes his debut for Blackwater Bossing in the PBA Philippine Cup.–PBA IMAGES The recent acquisition of Rey Nambatac is seen more as a move to help TNT return to its perch as one of the PBA’s perennial contenders. But Nambatac’s entry to the Tropang Giga camp from the Blackwater Bossing should also continue…

It’s all love between Rey Nambatac and Rain or Shine

Blackwater Bossing’s Rey Nambatac in a PBA Philippine Cup game against Rain or Shine. –PBA IMAGES MANILA, Philippines—Rain or Shine coach Yeng Guiao made it as clear as day: there’s nothing but love between his team and former player Rey Nambatac. On Saturday at Ninoy Aquino Stadium, Nambatac took on his former team for the…

Blackwater loses Nambatac but still beats TNT for 2-0 start

Blackwater forward Troy Rosario during a game against TNT in the PBA Philippine Cup.–PBA IMAGES MANILA, Philippines–Blackwater shrugged off the early absence of Rey Nambatac to stun TNT, 87-76, for a rare 2-0 start in the PBA Philippine Cup on Saturday at Smart Araneta Coliseum. Troy Rosario put up 20 points while coach Jeffrey Cariaso…

Nambatac pulls Blackwater into win column in his debut

Rey Nambatac makes his debut for Blackwater Bossing in the PBA Philippine Cup.–PBA IMAGES ANTIPOLO CITY—Rey Nambatac was about to head toward the exit of Ynares Center here following a terrific debut for his new team Blackwater when he suddenly saw Rain or Shine assistant coach Caloy Garcia. Nambatac went to have a short chat…

Resurgent Nambatac looks to sustain form in homecoming

Rey Nambatac wants to put up a “fine performance” in his hometown. —PBA IMAGES Rain or Shine has been drawing one noteworthy performance after another from its bevy of youngsters. On Friday night, however, with a chance to get a streak going and keep the club’s playoff hopes alive, it was a six-year resurgent pro…