MANILA, Philippines – It’s uncharted territory for NorthPort coach Bonnie Tan to still be winless after so many games.

But there is no misunderstanding. Tan and the rest of the Batang Pier will continue to be in the fight when they face the similarly struggling Terrafirma Dyip on Wednesday in the PBA Governors Cup at the PhilSports Arena.

The cellar-dwelling NorthPort is seeking a breakthrough victory on its seventh attempt, while Terrafirma is only interested in ending a three-game losing streak, improving its current 2-5 record, and stoking its chances of being one of the eight clubs making the playoffs.

Tan seems unconcerned by the fact that his side is up against the odds, but he is aware of it. As a coach, you must deal with anything that comes your way, he stated.

The difficulty is significant, but Tan continued, “We never give up on obstacles.” “Due to the fact that we can overcome all obstacles, even failure,” Arwind Santos, a former MVP who has been out for the past four months due to knee surgery, will finally play in a conference game for NorthPort and bring some height and experience to the club.

With a full week having passed since NorthPort’s last game, Robert Bolick and replacement import Kevin Murphy, both of whom are playing in only their third game, are also anticipated to have a greater influence.

But, the one thing that gives Tan the most confidence is the fact that despite all of their recent setbacks, like Roi Sumang and Art Dela Cruz getting hurt and being listed as game-time choices on Wednesday, the Batang Pier have remained strong.

Tan, the former team manager who led Letran to a third consecutive NCAA seniors championship last December and traded roles with former head coach Pido Jarencio just a week before the conference started, remarked that “we are still together even at food.”

The team’s chemistry is still strong, according to Tan.

Terrafirma should present a challenging test because import Jordan Williams is anticipated to make a significant comeback after scoring 14 points in a 100 to 125 loss to Phoenix Super LPG on Saturday.

Tan stated, “We have to fight, find methods to win,” and revealed he had spoken with Murphy and ex-Dyip Joshua Munzon about how to take on the challenge.

Tan remarked, “We’re not looking that far ahead, on the next conflicts.”