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The long and winding 50th season of the PBA tips off this Sunday with the opening of the centerpiece Philippine Cup at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

As the new season begins, there will be many burning questions seeking answers. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see how teams will perform and which players will rise to the occasion.

However, there may be one question that is already settled.

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https://sports.inquirer.net/642979/pba-golden-season-opens-with-one-less-surprise

MANILA, Philippines – Amid a lingering title drought, Scottie Thompson hopes Barangay Ginebra can turn its frustration into fuel as the PBA opens its milestone 50th season.

“I think it’s important for us to come into the season with hunger to win,” Thompson said as the crowd darlings prepare to face the Magnolia Hotshots in their Philippine Cup opener.
https://sports.inquirer.net/642956/pba-scottie-thompson-urges-hungry-ginebra-to-end-drought