Cone lauds Abarrientos's impactful bench role

Barangay Ginebra head coach Tim Cone sees rookie RJ Abarrientos as a blossoming role model for the team, particularly in his effective execution of his off-the-bench role.

Abarrientos, the youngest player on the team, delivered a season-high 24 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists in Ginebra's crucial 112-96 victory over Phoenix, securing their quarterfinals spot in the PBA Governors' Cup.

This win marked a significant bounce-back for the Gin Kings following their record-breaking loss to San Miguel.

Coach Cone expressed immense pride in Abarrientos's acceptance and outstanding performance in his designated role coming off the bench.

Cone highlighted that Abarrientos's prior experience playing professional basketball in Korea and Japan has adequately prepared him for the PBA, making his current success unsurprising.