The San Juan Knights crushed the Sarangani 110–76 in a Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) matchup on July 4, 2026, at the San Juan venue. The Knights delivered a dominant performance on both ends of the floor, racing to a 30–15 first-quarter lead and never looking back.

Match Overview

San Juan came into the game as one of the stronger teams in the MPBL, while Sarangani struggled to keep pace from the opening tip. The Knights shot an impressive 58% from the field and forced 18 turnovers, turning them into fast-break points all night. By halftime, the lead had ballooned to 28 points, making the second half largely academic.

Key Moments

• Blistering start: San Juan opened the game on a 15–2 run, capitalizing on three early steals and converting them into easy buckets.
• Three-point barrage: The Knights knocked down 14 three-pointers, including six in the second quarter, to put the game completely out of reach.
• Bench production: San Juan’s reserves scored 38 points, outscoring Sarangani’s entire bench by 22.

Standout Players

San Juan’s swingman led all scorers with 28 points on 10-of-14 shooting, adding 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Sarangani’s guard had 22 points, but no other player on his team reached double digits.

Impact on the Standings

The victory reinforces San Juan’s status as a top contender in the MPBL, keeping them firmly in the playoff picture. Sarangani, meanwhile, remains near the bottom of the league standings and will need a major turnaround to keep postseason hopes alive.