Philippine Basketball Commissioner Cup: Rain or Shine 116-109 Macau Black Bears. In a high-scoring Commissioner Cup thriller at the Ynares Center on Saturday evening, the Rain or Shine Elastopainters outlasted the visiting Macau Black Bears 116-109. The Elastopainters used a dominant third-quarter run to build a double-digit lead and then held off a furious late rally from the Black Bears to secure a vital victory. The decisive moment came with under two minutes to play, as Rain or Shine's import player converted a crucial and-one play to extend the lead to seven points, effectively sealing the game. The win strengthens Rain or Shine's position in the middle of the standings, while Macau's comeback effort fell just short despite a valiant performance. The match was an offensive showcase from the opening tip. Rain or Shine established an early edge with hot three-point shooting, but Macau's guards kept pace with relentless drives to the basket. The pivotal shift occurred after halftime, where the Elastopainters tightened their defense, forcing several turnovers that fueled a 15-4 run. Macau refused to quit, chipping away at the deficit in the fourth quarter behind a series of tough contested shots, bringing them within three points with three minutes remaining. However, Rain or Shine's veteran composure shone through in the clutch, as they executed their half-court offense perfectly down the stretch. A key focus point was the battle of the imports, with both teams' foreign players putting on a scoring clinic, combining for over 70 points. The victory moves Rain or Shine above .500 for the tournament, applying pressure on the teams above them, while Macau will rue missed free throws and defensive lapses that cost them a chance at an important road win. "Our energy in the third quarter was the difference," said the Rain or Shine coach. "We knew they were a talented offensive team, but we stuck to our system and made the winning plays when it mattered." The Macau coach added, "Proud of the fight, but we have to be better for forty minutes. We gave them too many easy baskets in transition." The Elastopainters' starting lineup featured their star guard, the import center, and three key local contributors, while Macau started with a dynamic backcourt duo and their own formidable import presence.