Japeth Aguilar's Last-Second Heroics Propel Ginebra to Victory Over Blackwater
Source: news.source.manilatimes
Japeth Aguilar clinched a thrilling 101-99 victory for Barangay Ginebra against Blackwater in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup with a game-winning jumper at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City. The win marked Ginebra's third consecutive victory, improving their record to 5-2 and tying them for third place with San Miguel Beer. Blackwater, on the other hand, faced their fourth straight loss, dropping to 1-6 and jeopardizing their playoff chances.
Key Points
Japeth Aguilar scored the game-winning jumper with one second left, securing a 101-99 win for Ginebra.
The victory was Ginebra's third straight, improving their record to 5-2 and tying them with San Miguel Beer for third place.
Blackwater suffered their fourth consecutive loss, dropping to 1-6 and diminishing their playoff chances.
Scottie Thompson contributed significantly with 18 points, four rebounds, and 10 assists.
Sedrick Barefield led Blackwater with 32 points, six rebounds, and six assists.
