Japeth Aguilar's Stellar Performance Propels Ginebra to Victory in PBA Opener
Source: news.source.inquirer
Japeth Aguilar led Barangay Ginebra to a convincing 101-80 victory over Terrafirma in the PBA Philippine Cup, scoring 30 points on an efficient 12-of-15 shooting. Despite missing key players, Ginebra showcased strong teamwork with contributions from RJ Abarrientos and Scottie Thompson. The win marks a promising start for Ginebra in the tournament, setting the stage for an upcoming clash against San Miguel Beer.
Key Points
Japeth Aguilar scored 30 points, leading Ginebra to a 101-80 win over Terrafirma in the PBA Philippine Cup.
Aguilar's performance included seven rebounds and four blocks, showcasing his all-around contribution to the team.
Ginebra played without Jamie Malonzo due to a knee injury, and Jeremiah Gray had an injury scare during the game.
RJ Abarrientos and Scottie Thompson provided significant support with 14 and 11 points respectively, along with multiple assists and rebounds.
Scottie Thompson reached a milestone with his 500th career steal.
Terrafirma lost their third consecutive game, falling to 1-3, with CJ Catapusan leading their scoring with 14 points.
Ginebra's next game is against San Miguel Beer, while Terrafirma will face the Magnolia Hotshots.
