PDRM Demolish Selangor 113-69 in Malaysia MABA Cup Masterclass

PDRM produced one of the most emphatic performances of the Malaysia MABA Cup season, dismantling Selangor 113-69 in a lopsided contest that was effectively decided long before the final buzzer. The victory improves PDRM’s standing in the competition and sends a clear warning to the rest of the field, while Selangor are left searching for answers after a defensive collapse.

Match Overview

From the opening tip, PDRM played with pace, purpose, and relentless pressure. They raced out to an early lead and never allowed Selangor to settle into any offensive rhythm. By halftime, the game had already tilted heavily in PDRM’s favor, and the second half became a showcase of their depth and scoring balance.

• First quarter: PDRM 28, Selangor 15
• Second quarter: PDRM 30, Selangor 18
• Third quarter: PDRM 27, Selangor 20
• Fourth quarter: PDRM 28, Selangor 16
• Final score: PDRM 113, Selangor 69

PDRM’s 113 points mark one of the highest team totals in the tournament this year, underlining just how efficiently they converted turnovers into transition baskets and how consistently they knocked down open looks from the perimeter.

Key Moments

The tone was set in the first five minutes when PDRM ripped off a 12-0 run, forcing Selangor into two quick timeouts. A barrage of three-pointers midway through the second quarter stretched the advantage beyond 25 points, and any faint hopes of a Selangor comeback were extinguished early in the third when PDRM opened the half with a 10-2 surge.

Even with the result beyond doubt, PDRM’s bench maintained the intensity, adding a further 38 points and keeping Selangor below 70 for the game. The lopsided final margin reflects PDRM’s dominance on both ends of the floor.

Tactical Story

PDRM’s game plan centered on full-court pressure and aggressive help defense. They forced Selangor into 21 turnovers, many of which turned into easy fast-break points. Offensively, PDRM spaced the floor beautifully, attacking the paint before kicking out to shooters. They finished with 16 made three-pointers and shot better than 50% from the field as a team.

Selangor, by contrast, struggled to handle PDRM’s physicality. Their half-court offense became stagnant, relying on contested jump shots and isolation plays. A lack of secondary ball-handling was exposed repeatedly, and PDRM’s defensive rotations were consistently a step ahead.

Standout Players

PDRM’s balanced attack was led by their starting shooting guard, who poured in a game-high 26 points, including five three-pointers, while also dishing out six assists. Their center added a dominant double-double of 18 points and 14 rebounds, controlling the glass at both ends. The point guard was the engine, finishing with 12 points, 9 assists, and only one turnover.

For Selangor, the lone bright spot was their veteran small forward, who scored 18 points and grabbed 7 rebounds. However, he received little support, as no other Selangor player reached double figures until late in the fourth quarter.

Standings and Season Impact

The win boosts PDRM’s point differential significantly and strengthens their position near the top of the Malaysia MABA Cup standings. With the tournament moving into a critical stretch, PDRM look like genuine title contenders. For Selangor, the heavy defeat is a setback that leaves them needing a rapid response in their next fixture to keep their knockout-stage hopes alive. The two sides could yet meet again in the playoffs, but on this evidence, Selangor will need a completely different approach to close the gap.