The NLEX Road Warriors are a professional team in the Philippine Basketball Association, currently participating in the PBA on tour. Based in Manila, they play their home games at the Ynares Center in Antipolo and the Smart Araneta Coliseum. The team is owned by the Metro Pacific Investments Corporation, with its name and orange, black, and white colors reflecting its roots in the toll road and infrastructure business. Originally the franchise of the Air21 Express, it was rebranded as the Road Warriors in 2014. The team's history has been marked by steady growth, with their key era featuring the veteran leadership of Asi Taulava and the scoring prowess of Kiefer Ravena, which led them to multiple playoff appearances and a semifinals finish. The modern NLEX squad, often coached by Frankie Lim, is known for a disciplined system and has been built around star guard Kevin Alas and versatile big man Brandon Ganuelas-Rosser. They are a team that prides itself on preparation and defense, capable of upsetting higher-seeded opponents. While chasing an elusive first PBA championship, the Road Warriors have a dedicated fan base that appreciates their gritty and strategic approach to the game.