Who Won Game 4 Ginebra vs TNT? Final Score, Highlights, and Key Plays Revealed

As I settled into my usual game-watching spot last night, I knew we were in for something special with Game 4 between Barangay Ginebra and TNT. The atmosphere felt electric even through my television screen, and honestly, I've been following both teams long enough to sense when we're about to witness a classic. The final score of 94-78 in favor of Ginebra tells only part of the story - what unfolded was a masterclass in playoff basketball that reminded me why I fell in love with this sport decades ago.

What struck me immediately was how Ginebra's defensive intensity set the tone from the opening tip. They forced three consecutive turnovers in the first three minutes, converting them into six quick points that essentially established the game's rhythm. I've always believed that championship teams build their identity on defense, and watching Justin Brownlee - who finished with 28 points, 12 rebounds, and 7 assists - anchor that defensive effort while simultaneously orchestrating the offense was pure basketball poetry. There was this particular sequence in the second quarter where he blocked a shot at one end, then sprinted the floor to finish an and-one opportunity at the other that had me jumping out of my seat. That's the kind of two-way excellence that separates good players from legends.

The third quarter explosion where Ginebra outscored TNT 31-16 was arguably the game's decisive stretch, and it perfectly illustrated their championship pedigree. Scottie Thompson's energy was simply infectious - his 15 points don't look spectacular on paper, but his 4 steals and countless hustle plays completely disrupted TNT's offensive flow. I've been critical of Thompson's shooting consistency in the past, but last night he reminded everyone why he's a former MVP. Meanwhile, watching this dominant performance made me think about how it compares to other recent blowouts I've covered, like the Chiefs' 82-60 routing of Jose Rizal University where Maverick Vinoya put up 29 points, eight rebounds, and five steals. While different leagues and contexts, both games demonstrated how a single team's comprehensive execution can completely overwhelm quality opposition.

TNT's struggles were somewhat surprising to me, particularly Mikey Williams' shooting woes - he finished just 6-of-22 from the field for 18 points. Having watched him torch defenses all conference, I expected him to adjust better to Ginebra's defensive schemes. Roger Pogoy tried to shoulder the scoring load with his 24 points, but without their primary offensive weapon firing efficiently, TNT's offense often looked stagnant and predictable. What disappointed me most was their bench production - just 12 total points compared to Ginebra's 28. In playoff basketball, that disparity often tells the entire story.

As the final buzzer sounded, I found myself reflecting on how Coach Tim Cone once again outmaneuvered his counterpart. His decision to go small for extended stretches, particularly with Christian Standhardinger at center, created mismatches that TNT never adequately addressed. Having studied Cone's coaching philosophy for years, I've come to appreciate how he consistently makes adjustments that seem obvious in hindsight but require genuine courage in the moment. The series now stands at 3-1 in Ginebra's favor, and while anything can happen in basketball, I'd be genuinely shocked if they don't close this out in Game 5. The momentum, the coaching advantage, and the sheer force of their home crowd at Smart Araneta Coliseum create a perfect storm that I believe will culminate in another championship celebration for the league's most popular franchise.