Ginebra's Fourth-Quarter Surge Secures Crucial Win Over Magnolia in PBA Season 49
Source: news.source.manilatimes
Barangay Ginebra mounted a fierce fourth-quarter defense to overcome a 10-point deficit and defeat Magnolia 85-81 in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup. This victory at the Araneta Coliseum kept Ginebra's hopes alive for a top 4 finish, crucial for securing a twice-to-beat advantage in the playoffs. Key performances from Jamie Malonzo, Stephen Holt, and Japeth Aguilar propelled Ginebra to their sixth win in nine games.
Key Points
Ginebra staged a comeback in the fourth quarter to win 85-81 against Magnolia.
The win was crucial for Ginebra to maintain their chances of finishing in the top 4 of the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup.
Jamie Malonzo and Stephen Holt were pivotal in the fourth quarter, scoring 16 of Ginebra's 26 points.
Japeth Aguilar led Ginebra with 17 points and 11 rebounds, while Troy Rosario contributed 15 points.
The loss for Magnolia resulted in a tie with NLEX for first place at 7-2.
Coach Tim Cone emphasized the importance of the win for Ginebra's playoff aspirations.
