Grizzlies Make History!

The Thunder just sat up and paid attention.

That's because the Memphis Grizzlies rewrote the history books by becoming the latest and only the second 8th seed to bump off a 1st seed since the NBA changed the 1st round format to a 7-game affair by defeating the San Antonio Spurs 91-99.

Once again, it was former NBA outcast Zach Randolph who led the way for the Grizzlies by scoring 31points and grabbing 11 rebounds. Marc Gasol had 12 points and 13 rebounds while Greivis Vasquez scored 11 points off the bench.

The loss capped a frustration series for the Spurs, who had a great season on the way to the NBA's best record but could not even come close to matching the intensity and passion of the upstart Grizzlies.

Tony Parker scored 23 points, Manu Ginobili had 16points and Tim Duncan scored 12 points.

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Unlikely Spurs Hero Emerges!

Tim Duncan has won many playoff games for the Spurs. But not this game.
Tony Parker has won many playoff games for the Spurs. But not this game.
Manu Ginobili has won many playoff games for the Spurs. But not this game.
Gary Neal has not won any playoff game for the Spurs. Except for this game.

Ironic that the team that led the NBA in wins for most of the season saw its entire season hang in the balance for 2.2 seconds, in the hands of a 26 year old rookie who spent years in Europe, shooting a contested threepointer to tie the game and send it to overtime.

USLS Lady Stingers Near Semis Seat!

In the battle of southern belles, it was the sugar sweet Bacolenas who finally ended up on top.

The Lady Stingers from the University of St. La Salle hung on to beat the Lady Cobras of Southwestern University 25-15, 25-14, 22-25, 12-25, 15-9, in the Shakey’s V-League quarterfinal round.

The Lady Stingers were led by former junior sensation Patty Orendain, who scored a personal best 27points, and the duo of April Hingpit and Jayde Hair, who formed a potent blocking wall at the net. In fact, the Lady Stingers had 16 blocks compared to the Lady Cobras' 3.

The Lady Stingers can secure their first ever  semifinals seat if they win over Far Eastern University in its next match.

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PFF Has High Hopes For U-23 Team!

Azkals fever has brought the spotlight to Philippine football. Now, it's time to start prepapring for the future.

The Philippine Football Federation has this in mind as they try to form the strongest possible U-23 squad that can finally capture a football medal of any color in the upcoming Southeast Asian Game.

Patrombon Keeps On Winning!

He lost his first two pro matches before he won his first one. Two matches later, he's still winning.

Jeson Patrombon, the former top Pinoy junior netter, won over India's Ajai Selvaraj, 5-7, 7-6 (2), 6-0, and advanced to the second round of the India Futures Tournament in Chennai.

The ailing Patrombon was actually suffering from intestinal flu but he still defeated his fellow qualifier, who stood a staggering 6'1" tall.

Worried About Smart-Gilas?

Don't be.

That is Coach Rajko Toroman's message to all Gilas supporters who have been concerned of the team's state after the Nationals lost to the Ginebra Gin Kings in the semifinal round of the Commissioner's Cup.

Bulls Advance to Second Round!

The race for the MVP award seems to be a one-horse race.

Derrick Rose showed exactly what MVP's should be made of as he singlehandedly destroyed the Indiana Pacers' upset bid by scoring 25 points, 6 assists and 2 rebounds.

He also hit 3 straight threepointers in the third quarter, just when the Pacers got to within 4 points. The Pacers never recovered from that and the Bulls breezed through the rest of the game.

Jeson Patrombon Gets First Pro Win!

The first one is the toughest. Well, here's hoping the next few wins get easier.

Jeson Patrombon, the country's top junior netter now campaigning in the senior ranks, finally logged his first pro win by defeating Bharatram Balajee of India, 6-2, 6-1, in the qualifying round of the India Futures being held in Chennai.

Patrombon earned wildcard slots in India's Future Tournaments, getting booted out of the first two in his first matches but finally getting his landmark win on his third try. And it took him less than an hour to do so.

Patrombon's next opponent is India's Elwin Antony.


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Ginebra Boots Out Smart Gilas!

For the Nationals, it was a story of "almost-but-not-quite".

Smart Gilas led by 8 after the first quarter and 9 by halftime but the Gin Kings showed them true championship mettle by forging ahead at the end of the third quarter and then holding on for the win.

Ronald Tubid scored 22 points to lead the Gin Kings while Rudy Hatfield (16points), Mark Caguioa (15points) and Willie Miller (11points) provided able support.

The Nationals were led by Marcus Douthit, who scored 25points, Marcio Lassiter (13points), Mac Baracael (13points) and JV Casio (11points).

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Grizz Continue To Surprise Spurs!

If you thought the return of Manu to the Spurs lineup meant the demise of Memphis, well, the Grizzlies are determined to prove you wrong.

Despite missing a beat in Game 2, the Grizzlies were able to go back to their winning ways by defeating the Spurs 91-88, taking a 2-1 series lead.

Tipon To Do A Rocky?

Just like Rocky Balboa, he feels he has one more fight in him.

So it's back to the comeback tail for former national team member Joan Tipon, a fast rising star for the Philippine boxing team in 2007-2008 but who's career was derailed by a shoulder injury.