NLEX Clings to Top Spot with Narrow Victory Over Converge in PBA Season 49
Source: news.source.manilatimes
NLEX secured a close 88-83 victory against Converge in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup, maintaining their share of the lead. The game, held at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City, saw NLEX fend off a strong fourth-quarter comeback by Converge. Robert Bolick and Javee Mocon played crucial roles in the final period to ensure NLEX's win, keeping them at 6-1 alongside Magnolia.
Key Points
NLEX defeated Converge with a score of 88-83 in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup.
The game took place at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City.
NLEX maintained a 6-1 record, sharing the lead with Magnolia.
Converge mounted a comeback in the fourth quarter, outscoring NLEX 23-12, but fell short.
Robert Bolick contributed significantly with 19 points, 7 rebounds, and 10 assists for NLEX.
Javee Mocon and Robert Bolick scored 9 of NLEX's 12 points in the final period.
Xyrus Torres added 18 points, while Javee Mocon and Anthony Semerad scored 10 points each for NLEX.
Justine Baltazar led Converge with 21 points and 10 rebounds.
Converge's record dropped to 5-4 after the loss.
Magnolia has the opportunity to take the solo lead with a win against NorthPort Batang Pier in their next game.
