The quarterfinals and semifinals would be two-legged, marking a difference from the previous editions, while the final would be held over a single match.
The league had also established beforehand which teams would play each other based on the positions they finished in, eliminating the need for a knockout stage draw.
[9] The pots are shown below: Dynamic Herb Cebu Kaya–Iloilo Maharlika Manila Mendiola 1991 Stallion Laguna Davao Aguilas Don Bosco Garelli Inter Manila[a] Loyola Manila Digger Pilipinas Dragons Tuloy Adamson University Far Eastern University University of the Philippines Philippine Air Force Philippine Army The two best third-placed teams from the three groups advance to the knockout stage along with the three group winners and runners-up.
The teams that qualify for the knock-out stage are allocated a spot based on their position within the group and as a third placer, as determined by the draw on June 17.
[1][9] A third place match was supposed to be held on the same day as the final, but was later cancelled due to scheduling conflicts.