Opening Ceremonies
The season began on October 4 with the Talk 'N Text Tropang Texters defeating the Coca Cola Tigers, 98-97.
The muses for the participating teams are as follows:
| Team | Muse |
|---|---|
| Air21 Express | Karla Henry |
| Alaska Aces | Isabelle Daza |
| Barangay Ginebra Kings | Iwa Moto |
| Coca-Cola Tigers | Pokwang |
| Purefoods TJ Giants | Iya Villania |
| Rain or Shine Elasto Painters | Priscilla Meirreles |
| Red Bull Barako | Marianna del Rio |
| San Miguel Beermen | 5 SMB models |
| Sta. Lucia Realtors | |
| Talk 'N Text Tropang Texters | Ruffa Mae Quinto |
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