Barangay Ginebra San Miguel 103 – 98 Rain or Shine Elastopainters

Barangay Ginebra San Miguel rallied in the fourth quarter to edge the Rain or Shine Elastopainters 103-98 in a thrilling PBA on Tour encounter on May 24, 2026. The game, played in front of a raucous crowd, showcased the never-say-die spirit that has become the trademark of the Gin Kings.

Match Overview

Both teams traded baskets throughout the first three quarters, with Rain or Shine holding a slim 76-74 lead heading into the final period. The Elastopainters, known for their gritty defense, appeared poised to pull off an upset on the road. However, Barangay Ginebra’s depth and experience proved too much down the stretch.

Key Moments

• Third-quarter surge: Rain or Shine opened a 10-point lead midway through the third quarter, but Ginebra responded with an 11-2 run to stay within striking distance.
• Fourth-quarter turnaround: With 5:30 left, Ginebra’s resident import sparked a 14-4 run, flipping a three-point deficit into a seven-point lead.
• Clutch free throws: In the final minute, Ginebra converted six of eight free throws to seal the win, while Rain or Shine missed key opportunities from the line.

Standout Performers

Barangay Ginebra leaned heavily on its core veterans. Japeth Aguilar dominated the paint with 24 points and 12 rebounds, while Scottie Thompson added a near-triple-double of 18 points, 9 assists, and 8 boards. For Rain or Shine, Jhonard Clarito led all scorers with 27 points, and Gian Mamuyac chipped in 16 points and 6 assists.

Game Impact

The win puts Barangay Ginebra (8-4) in a strong position in the PBA on Tour standings, while Rain or Shine (6-6) will look to bounce back in their next outing. The Elastopainters’ inability to close out a game against a championship-caliber opponent remains a concern as they push for a playoff berth.

This match also highlighted the growing competitiveness of the PBA on Tour, a traveling series that brings elite basketball to venues outside the traditional Metro Manila arenas. Fans in attendance were treated to a classic duel that lived up to the rivalry between the two franchises.