Cansino's career-high 29 points powers Meralco to quarterfinals win

CJ Cansino led the Meralco Bolts to a 105-84 victory over Converge, securing their spot in the PBA Philippine Cup quarterfinals with a career-high 29 points.

This win extended Meralco's streak to three games, improving their record to 6-4 and keeping alive their hopes for a twice-to-beat incentive.

Cansino, who is averaging 19.0 points per game and is the team's leading scorer this conference, scored 20 points in the first half against Converge.

Other key players for Meralco included Cliff Hodge with 18 points, and Aaron Black and Chris Newsome who contributed in the second half.

Converge, who had already clinched a playoff spot, absorbed their second consecutive loss, also finishing the regular season with a 6-4 record.