As what the announcers mentioned, game 1 winner has a higher chance to win the series. I could not remember the percentage but if the trend persist, it will be SMB which will be advancing in the Finals.
But trend does are not followed all the time. I think we will see some exemption this time. Besides, that lose from Ginebra was not really a lose that they can't beat SMB, it was a tough game a close one but SMB ended up lucky in the end. I'd call it lucky because they didn't Ginebra, so game two should be Ginebra "ALL IN", if we want to make quick buck.
I have a feeling that this series will reach to game 5.
Same here, PBA will be able to make a good amount of money if they'll extend this series. Both teams are capable so this will be very close game but we can trust the refs to do the right thing to make this series more exciting to watch. SMB has taken the lead but it's far from over, 1-0 lead is not safe, but 2-0 is already different, and Ginebra should not allow that to happen.
Also, I don't know Tim Cone or the PBA would allow Ginebra will be swept, that's not gonna happen even in my dreams. Therefore, it's not brainer that we should bet on Ginebra in game 2, and double them in game 3 if they lose.
Ginebra needs to do a great job on CJ Perez as the was the one who contributes big for SMB, he needs to be limited.
For sure we will see that kind of adjustment in game 2. They didn't start strong, so this time they'll have two as they know how capable SMB is.
They might succeed in limiting Perez, but what if Romeol will play in game 2? He didn't play in game 1 although he was with the team as he isn't 100% yet, their coach would not risk him but when it matters most, for sure he'll play and contribute.