Clarito's career night forces Game 2 in ROS-NLEX playoff

Updated Wed, June 18, 2025 at 8:45 PM Published Wed, June 18, 2025 at 7:46 PM

Jhonard Clarito's career-high 21 rebounds and 20 points powered Rain or Shine to a 92-89 victory over NLEX, forcing a deciding Game 2 in their PBA Philippine Cup quarterfinal match.

Clarito's exceptional fourth quarter performance included 14 points and 13 rebounds, crucial in helping the Elasto Painters overcome a lost double-digit lead.

The Elasto Painters had previously held a lead of up to 16 points, but NLEX mounted a comeback, even taking the lead early in the fourth quarter.

NLEX had two opportunities to win the game, but Robert Bolick missed a go-ahead layup with Rain or Shine leading 91-90 and later a desperate four-point attempt.

Bolick scored 15 points but shot poorly, making only 5 of 20 attempts.

Xyrus Torres contributed 20 points for NLEX, spearheading their third-quarter surge that allowed them to take the lead.

The two teams will meet again on Saturday at Ninoy Aquino Stadium for the chance to advance to the semifinals against either Magnolia or TNT.

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