Terrafirma Dyip vs NLEX Road Warriors: Post-Game Analysis & Box Score (August 7 PBA Result)

The Terrafirma Dyip pulled off one of the biggest shockers of the 2026 PBA Governors' Cup on Friday, August 7, 2026, defeating the previously undefeated NLEX Road Warriors, 114–109, at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Malate, Manila.

Trailing 109–105 with just over three minutes remaining, Terrafirma closed the game on an unanswered 9–0 run to hand NLEX head coach Jimmy Alapag his first loss of the conference and avenge their narrow 101–100 setback against the Road Warriors back on July 12.

Game Final Summary

Final Score: Terrafirma Dyip 114 – 109 NLEX Road Warriors

Date & Venue: Friday, August 7, 2026 | Ninoy Aquino Stadium, Malate, Manila

Key Turning Point: Terrafirma's 9–0 game-ending rally in the final 3:11

Standings Impact: Terrafirma improves to 3–4; NLEX falls to 6–1

Terrafirma Team Roster and Stats vs. NLEX Road Warriors Box Score

The statistical breakdown of the August 7 clash highlights Terrafirma’s balanced scoring output and second-half defensive resilience:

PBA Basketball Match Analysis: How Terrafirma Handed NLEX Its First Loss

1. Neutralizing DeQuan Jones in the Second Half

NLEX import DeQuan Jones dominated early, scoring 15 points in the first half alone. However, Terrafirma head coach Ronald Tubid made mid-game adjustments, double-teaming Jones on catch-and-drive attempts and limiting him to just 4 points throughout the entire second half. This forced NLEX into tough perimeter contested shots down the stretch.

2. Geo Chiu and Brent Paraiso’s Late-Game Heroics

Top overall rookie pick Geo Chiu scored two straight interior baskets to erase a 109–105 deficit and tie the game at 109-all with 1:38 remaining. On the following possession, Brent Paraiso sank a clutch drive and drew the contact for an and-one play with 1:01 left to give the Dyip a 111–109 lead. Maverick Ahanmisi later iced the match at the free-throw line after NLEX committed consecutive costly turnovers.

3. Total Team Balance

While NLEX relied heavily on Robert Bolick (20 points, 8 assists) and JB Bahio (20 points, 16 rebounds), Terrafirma put together five players scoring in double figures. Justin Strings led the way with 28 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists, while Juami Tiongson (20 points) and JM Bravo (16 points) kept the offensive engine running in half-court sets.

PBA Game Result (August 7) & Governors' Cup Playoff Outlook

The August 7 game result reshapes the Group A standings for the remainder of the Governors' Cup regular season:

For Terrafirma (3–4): The upset win keeps their playoff qualification hopes alive and provides a massive psychological boost after several close endgame defeats earlier in the conference.

For NLEX (6–1): Despite seeing their six-game winning streak come to an end, NLEX remains firmly atop Group A and in prime position for top playoff seeding as coach Jimmy Alapag looks to regroup his squad.

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