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THREE. Justin Brownlee in action for Barangay Ginebra in the 2024-25 PBA Commissioner's Cup.
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Justin Brownlee is in danger of sitting out Game 4 of the PBA Commissioner's Cup finals, with Barangay Ginebra facing a 1-2 deficit against TNT
MANILA, Philippines – It remains uncertain whether Justin Brownlee will see action for Barangay Ginebra in Game 4 of the PBA Commissioner’s Cup finals.
Brownlee is in danger of sitting out the all-important game against TNT on Friday, March 21, at the Ynares Center in Antipolo after he suffered a dislocated right thumb.
“Doubtful to play but hasn’t been ruled completely out yet,” said Gin Kings head coach Tim Cone of Brownlee on Thursday, March 20.
Brownlee sustained the injury in the third quarter of their 87-85 loss in Game 3 on Wednesday, March 19, after he dove for the ball.
He exited the game and never returned as the Tropang Giga gained a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven affair.
If Brownlee sits out, Ginebra will miss his all-around production, with the three-time Best Import averaging 27.3 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 4.0 assists in the finals.
Cone said “we are keeping our options open” as the Gin Kings explore the possibility of bringing in a replacement import, with Gilas Pilipinas naturalized player Ange Kouame among the stand-in choices.
Kouame, who last suited up for Meralco in the East Asia Super League, played for Cone when the Philippines captured a historic gold medal in the 2023 Asian Games.
“We asked Ange Koume to join us in practice today, but he is nursing a knee injury,” said Cone.
Battling TNT in the finals for the third time in the past five conferences, Ginebra seeks to get the job done this time after falling short in their first two title duels. – Rappler.com
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