ANTIPOLO CITY — Bol Bol delivered a dominant 40-point performance to lead TNT Tropang Giga to their first win of the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup, defeating the NLEX Road Warriors 103-97 at the Ynares Center in Antipolo on Sunday night, March 22, 2026.

The 7-foot-3 NBA veteran showcased his scoring prowess, taking over in the clutch to finally give TNT its breakthrough victory after a tough start to the conference. Bol had previously scored 38 points in his debut, but this time his effort translated into a win for the Tropang Giga.

The game was tightly contested, with TNT holding a 99-93 lead in the final seconds. NLEX’s Robert Bolick drilled a rare four-pointer to cut the deficit to two, but the play was marred by a Flagrant 1 foul after his knee struck Calvin Oftana’s head. Oftana calmly sank his free throws, and Schonny Winston added another point from the line to secure the victory for TNT.

Bol’s dominance was evident throughout the match, as he consistently punished NLEX’s defense with his length and skill set. “I just wanted to help my team get this win. We needed it badly,” Bol said after the game, emphasizing his commitment to turning TNT’s fortunes around.

The win halted NLEX’s streak and gave TNT a much-needed boost in the standings. Head coach Chot Reyes praised Bol’s impact, noting that his presence has changed the dynamic of the team. “Bol gives us a different dimension. His ability to score and protect the rim is something we’ve been missing,” Reyes said.

The Commissioner’s Cup continues to showcase high-level competition, and TNT’s victory signals that they are ready to climb back into contention. With Bol Bol leading the charge, the Tropang Giga now look to build momentum and string together more wins in the coming weeks.

This breakthrough performance not only highlighted Bol’s NBA pedigree but also gave TNT fans renewed hope that their team can compete at the highest level in the PBA Season 50.

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