Meralco Bolts Secure Back-to-Back Wins in PBA Philippine Cup
With top scorers Allein Maliksi and Chris Newsome struggling, Bong Quinto led the way as Meralco secured a hard-fought victory over Terrafirma, maintaining their winning streak in the PBA Philippine Cup.
Bong Quinto Shines in Crunch Time
Quinto’s stellar performance down the stretch propelled Meralco to victory, as he finished with 18 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists. His crucial plays in the closing minutes sealed the win for the Bolts.
Team Effort Prevails
Despite the offensive struggles of Maliksi and Newsome, other players stepped up to fill the gap. Norbert Torres and Raymond Almazan delivered key contributions, complementing Quinto’s heroics.
Key Highlights of the Game
- Quinto’s 7-2 run in the final minutes
- Norbert Torres’ 15-point performance
- Raymond Almazan’s 14 points and 3 rebounds
- Cliff Hodge’s crucial offensive rebounds
Post-Game Reactions
Quinto emphasized the importance of each player embracing their role within the team, highlighting the collective effort that led to the victory. The win was crucial for Meralco’s momentum in the tournament.
Terrafirma’s Efforts Fall Short
Despite strong performances from Juami Tiongson and Stephen Holt, Terrafirma’s late-game struggles with turnovers and rebounding cost them the victory, leaving them with a 3-3 record in the tournament.
Final Scores
Meralco 86 – Quinto 18, Torres 15, Almazan 14, Black 7, Mendoza 7, Newsome 7, Banchero 6, Maliksi 6, Hodge 4, Pascual 2, Jose 0, Rios 0.
Terrafirma 83 – Tiongson 20, Holt 20, Gomez de Liano 11, Ramos 11, Sangalang 6, Go 4, Camson 4, Carino 4, Cahilig 3, Mina 0, Calvo 0, Alolino 0.
Quarters: 19-25, 39-46, 63-65, 86-83.
