What happened in the Dyip’s last three games?

Terrafirma Dyip have rattled off three straight wins in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup, including a 151-95 demolition of Blackwater on April 11. The Dyip’s 3-0 start faded to a 3-3 record after three straight losses, but their recent surge has put them back in playoff contention. Coach Yeng Guiao of Rain or Shine isn’t taking the threat lightly ahead of their Wednesday matchup at the Ynares Sports Center in Antipolo City.

Why Terrafirma Dyip are dangerous right now

Guiao singled out Terrafirma’s import Mubashar Ali as a game-changer after the 7-foot center dropped 25.6 points and 18.5 rebounds per game. Jerrick Ahanmisi adds 22.5 points and 4.8 assists, while Maverick Ahanmisi provides floor spacing with his shooting. Their locals—Jaylen Johnson, Adrian Nocum (2024 PBA Player of the Week), and Gian Mamuyac—are clicking offensively, too. Johnson is averaging 28.2 points, 13.6 rebounds, and 3.8 assists this conference.

Guiao stressed that Dyip’s hunger makes them unpredictable. “Most of their players are playing like it is no tomorrow,” he said. “They want to prove they belong in this league. If we relax, they might beat us.”

How Rain or Shine can slow Dyip down

Rain or Shine has won six straight, but Guiao isn’t satisfied. Their wins came against Macau (116-109), TNT Tropang 5G (112-109), Meralco (109-102), Blackwater (151-95), San Miguel Beer (116-112), and Converge (120-111). Jaylen Johnson’s chemistry with the locals has been the difference, but Guiao insists Dyip’s firepower demands respect.

The Dyip’s perimeter shooting—led by the Ahanmisi brothers—stretches defenses, while Ali dominates the paint. Ali’s 18.5 rebounds per game rank among the league’s best, forcing opponents into tough matchups. Guiao’s game plan will hinge on containing Ali’s second-chance points and limiting transition opportunities for Dyip’s guards.

What’s next for Terrafirma Dyip

Terrafirma’s next test comes against Rain or Shine at 7:30 p.m. on April 16. A win would give Dyip momentum heading into the Commissioner’s Cup playoffs, where seeding matters. Their three-game win streak shows they’re no pushover, even after early struggles.

Converge, meanwhile, looks to snap a five-game skid when they face the Titan Ultra Giant Risers at 5:15 p.m. Delta Pineda’s FiberXers are 1-5, while the Giant Risers sit at 2-3. “Every game counts,” Pineda said. “We cannot afford to lose another one.”