MANILA, Philippines — TheTerrafirma Dyip kept their quarterfinal hopes alive in thePBA 50th Season Commissioner's Cup after a decisive102-84 victory over theMacau Black Knights on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the PhilSports Arena. The win snapped a six-game losing streak and moved Terrafirma to a3-8 record.

Fourth-Quarter Surge Seals the Game

After a tightly contested first three quarters, Terrafirma pulled away in the fourth, outscoring Macau28-18. The Dyip's depth and defensive pressure proved too much for a depleted Macau side that played without key importDamian Chongqui, who walked out midgame according to sources attiebreakertimes.com.ph.

Juami Tiongson led Terrafirma with22 points, while importBrandon Edwards added a double-double of18 points and14 rebounds.Stephen Holt chipped in16 points and7 assists to anchor the backcourt.

Macau's Roster Woes Deepen

Macau entered the game already missing injured players, but the loss ofChongqui—their leading scorer—was a massive blow. The Black Knights fell to1-10, now tied for the league's worst record.

Mikh McKinney top-scored for Macau with24 points, but no other player reached double figures. The team shot just38 percent from the field and turned the ball over19 times.

Why This Win Matters for Terrafirma

Terrafirma now sits in11th place in the13-team standings, but remains mathematically alive for a top-eight quarterfinal finish. They trail the No. 8 spot by2.5 games withthree games remaining in the elimination round.

Remaining Schedule

The Dyip faceSan Miguel Beermen (May 8),Meralco Bolts (May 13), andRain or Shine Elasto Painters (May 16). A sweep of their final games could push them into playoff contention, though they also need other results to go their way.

Key Stats That Decided the Game

  • Points in the paint: Terrafirma48-32
  • Second-chance points: Terrafirma16-8
  • Fast break points: Terrafirma12-4
  • Bench scoring: Terrafirma36-22

Terrafirma also shot48 percent from the field compared to Macau's38 percent, and committed only11 turnovers.

Coach's Corner

Terrafirma head coach Johnedel Cardel credited the team's resilience. "We knew this was a must-win," Cardel said postgame, as reported byspin.ph. "The players responded well. We just need to keep this momentum."

What's Next for Macau

Macau returns to action on May 9 against theBlackwater Bossing. The team will need to regroup quickly if they hope to salvage any pride from a disappointing campaign.

Significance for Filipino Fans

For Philippine basketball fans, Terrafirma's resurgence adds drama to a tournament that also features theGilas Pilipinas pool players scattered across teams. The Dyip's continued fight shows the depth of talent in the PBA and keeps hope alive for underdog stories in the Commissioner's Cup.

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FAQs

What was the final score of the Terrafirma vs. Macau game?

Terrafirma defeated Macau102-84 on May 2, 2026.

Who were the top performers for Terrafirma?

Juami Tiongson scored 22 points,Brandon Edwards had 18 points and 14 rebounds, andStephen Holt contributed 16 points and 7 assists.

Can Terrafirma still make the PBA quarterfinals?

Yes, they trail the 8th spot by2.5 games with three games left, but they need to win out and get help from other teams.

Why was Macau depleted?

Macau was already missing injured players, and importDamian Chongqui walked out during the game, leaving them shorthanded.