Talk ‘N Text notched a resounding 127-97 win over Barako Bull to reach the semifinals of the Philippine Basketball Association Season 40 Commissioners Cup on Saturday at the Mall of Asia Arena.

Armed with a twice-to-beat advantage, the Texters under head coach Jong Uichico banked on import Ivan Johnson’s impressive output of 35 points on 13-of-19 shooting in the field plus 15 rebounds to block Barako Bull’s entry into the playoff.

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