The GenSan Warriors avenged an earlier loss by defeating the Basilan Viva Portmasters 85-78 in the Philippines MPBL on October 13, 2025. This seven-point home win was characterized by a more controlled tempo and improved defense from the Warriors compared to their previous high-scoring encounter. GenSan established an early lead and successfully managed the game, preventing Basilan from going on their signature explosive runs. The Viva Portmasters made several pushes, but the Warriors consistently responded to maintain their advantage. The 85-78 result allows GenSan to split the season series and gain important points in the league table.