The San Juan Knights secured their second win of the period with an 81-73 road victory over the Muntinlupa Cagers in the Philippines MPBL on March 2, 2026. The Knights used a strong second-half performance to pull away from a gritty Muntinlupa side. The first half was a defensive struggle, with both teams finding points difficult to come by. After halftime, San Juan's offensive talent began to shine through. They found better shots and increased their defensive pressure, forcing the Cagers into mistakes that fueled a transition game. A key run in the third quarter gave the Knights a cushion they would not relinquish. Muntinlupa fought until the end but could not overcome the deficit against a disciplined San Juan team. This result kept the Knights near the top of the MPBL table.