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Newsome making heads turn
Meralco captain Chris Newsome was named PBA Press Corps-Pilipinas Live Player of the Week for leading the Bolts to two crucial wins, ending a two-game losing streak.
Newsome provided consistent leadership and scoring, dropping 19 points, seven rebounds, and three steals in a dominant win against Blackwater.
He followed this up with 21 points, five assists, and two steals in Meralco's victory over NLEX, helping the team secure a 5-5 record.
These wins have strengthened Meralco's position in the standings, giving them a comfortable three-game lead over the ninth-ranked team as they head towards the playoffs.
Newsome's performance also makes him the newest member of the PBA's 5,000-point scorer club.
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Chris Newsome of Meralco has been named the PBA Press Corps-Pilipinas Live Player of the Week for the second consecutive time.
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Meralco snapped NLEX's six-game winning streak with a 108-92 victory in the PBA Philippine Cup, improving their playoff chances.
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Meralco defeated Barangay Ginebra, 82-73, in the PBA Philippine Cup, ending their elimination round campaign with a three-game winning streak and securing at least a playoff appearance.
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Meralco ended a two-game losing streak by defeating Blackwater 103-85 in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup at the Ynares Center in Antipolo.
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The Meralco Bolts ended NLEX's six-game winning streak with a 108-92 victory, improving their record to an even 5-5.
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