San Miguel Beer Overpowers Ginebra to Even PBA Semifinals
Source: news.source.manilatimes
San Miguel Beer, led by Marcio Lassiter's early scoring and a balanced team effort, decisively defeated Barangay Ginebra 100-83 in Game 2 of the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup semifinals. The victory tied the series at 1-1. June Mar Fajardo played limited minutes due to a calf injury but contributed in rebounds and assists. The next game is set for Sunday at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum.
Key Points
San Miguel Beer defeated Barangay Ginebra 100-83 in Game 2, tying the semifinal series at 1-1.
Marcio Lassiter was crucial in the first half, scoring 14 of his 16 points to help SMB take a significant lead.
June Mar Fajardo, despite a limited playing time due to a calf injury, contributed with rebounds and assists.
Several San Miguel players, including Don Trollano, Jericho Cruz, CJ Perez, and Kris Rosales, scored in double figures.
The next game in the series will be held at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City.
Stephen Holt was the top scorer for Ginebra with 17 points.