Chris McCullough exploded for 17 points in the final frame as TNT moved one win away from a Finals return following a 103-95 victory over Meralco in Game 5 of their best-of-seven PBA Season 50 Commissioner's Cup semifinals at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Friday, May 29, 2026.
McCullough finished with 26 points and 14 rebounds, leading the Tropang Giga to a 3-2 series lead. Jayson Castro added 18 points and 7 assists, while RR Pogoy contributed 15 points.
Meralco's Allen Durham had 28 points and 12 rebounds in a losing effort. The Bolts will look to force a Game 7 when the series continues on Sunday, May 31.
