Discovery Perlas clinches fifth straight win in WMPBL Invitational

Discovery Perlas secured a narrow 59-56 victory over New Zealand-Bluefire to conclude the WMPBL Invitational Tournament elimination round with a five-game winning streak.

Tantoy Ferrer was instrumental in the win, scoring crucial baskets in the final minutes to extend Perlas' lead.

New Zealand-Bluefire attempted a comeback, narrowing the gap to two points in the final seconds.

Socorro Borja sealed the victory for Discovery Perlas with a free throw in the dying seconds of the game.

Perlas head coach Helen Fedillaga noted that the team initially underestimated their opponents, but the game served as a valuable lesson heading into the playoffs.