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PBA: Calvin Oftana named Player of the Week as TNT boosts Finals hopes
Calvin Oftana of TNT has been named the PBA Press Corps-Pilipinas Live Player of the Week for the fourth time this season.
His timely plays in Game 2 of the Philippine Cup semifinals against Rain or Shine were crucial in TNT's 113-105 victory at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
Oftana stepped up significantly after teammate RR Pogoy was sidelined due to a hamstring injury during the game.
"Parang sinabi niya na 'Ikaw na bahala, migo.' At sabi ko, 'Ako na bahala, migo,'" Oftana said, referring to a conversation with Pogoy.
He finished with 39 points, including crucial free throws that forced overtime, and added seven more in the extra period to secure the win for TNT.
This victory gave TNT a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven series, although Rain or Shine managed to win Game 3 to cut the deficit to 2-1.
Oftana won over fellow nominees averaging 22.3 points on 51-percent shooting with 9.0 rebounds for the period of June 25 to 29.
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