San Miguel Beats TNT in PBA Finals Game 3 with a gritty 97–92 win that pushed the Beermen ahead in the championship series. The Game 3 victory wasn’t just about clutch backcourt play—it was also anchored by another dominant outing from June Mar Fajardo, who once again showed why he’s the most reliable big man in the league.
Fajardo controlled the paint all night, finishing with a double-double and making life difficult for TNT’s frontline. His steady inside presence opened up space for CJ Perez and Terrence Romeo to take over in crunch time. Perez drained a key mid-range jumper late in the fourth, while Romeo iced the game with four consecutive free throws.
Defensively, San Miguel clamped down when it mattered most. Mikey Williams was held to just 4-of-14 from the field, and TNT struggled to get clean looks in the closing minutes. Veteran guard Chris Ross added his usual energy, diving for loose balls and forcing a critical turnover that swung momentum toward the Beermen.
TNT had a shot to force overtime, closing the gap to just three points in the final seconds. But Perez coolly sank two free throws to slam the door shut and secure the win. The team’s effort sent a strong message—especially after TNT boldly claimed before the game that they were “coming for” San Miguel.
Now that San Miguel beats TNT in PBA Finals Game 3, the Beermen shift their sights to Game 4 with a chance to take full control of the series. With Fajardo anchoring the paint, and Perez and Romeo in peak form, SMB looks poised to inch closer to their 28th PBA title.
