Barangay Ginebra fends off Meralco to reach PBA semis

Updated Sun, February 9, 2025 at 10:23 PM Published Fri, February 7, 2025 at 12:25 AM

Barangay Ginebra defeated Meralco, 94-87, in the PBA Commissioner's Cup quarterfinals at the Ynares Sports Center Antipolo to secure a semifinals berth against top-seeded NorthPort.

The Gin Kings overcame a 13-point deficit, and a tight game in the final four minutes, before pulling away with an eight-point run late in the fourth quarter.

Justin Brownlee led Ginebra with 25 points, 10 rebounds, seven assists, two blocks and a steal.

Stephen Holt contributed 17 points, and RJ Abarrientos added 16 points off the bench, including crucial plays that extended the lead in the fourth quarter.

Meralco's comeback attempts, including a late two-possession game initiated by Bong Quinto, were ultimately insufficient to overcome Ginebra's late-game surge.

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