PBA: Nards Pinto makes another timely impact for Ginebra

Inquirer.net - Nov 11, 2026

MANILA, Philippines–Nards Pinto came through once again for Barangay Ginebra in a deciding game of a playoff series on Tuesday when the Gin Kings rallied to beat San Miguel Beer for a spot in the 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup semifinals. Pinto’s nine points and two steals in a 10-minute appearance in the 110-94 win as

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