Barangay Ginebra routs Phoenix to make PBA Governors' Cup quarterfinals

Updated Wed, September 18, 2024 at 10:49 PM Published Wed, September 18, 2024 at 10:12 PM

Barangay Ginebra bounced back from a 49-point loss to San Miguel Beer by defeating Phoenix 112-96, securing a quarterfinals berth in the 2024 PBA Governors' Cup.

The dominant performance marked Ginebra's sixth win in nine games.

Coach Tim Cone mentioned the players were motivated by shame and determination after their previous humiliating loss.

Ginebra established an early lead with an 18-5 run and maintained control throughout the game.

Rookie RJ Abarrientos led the team with 24 points, while Japeth Aguilar added 21 points, and Scottie Thompson contributed 20 points.

Justin Brownlee also chipped in 13 points for Ginebra.

The final standings and Ginebra's quarterfinal seeding may be affected by upcoming games involving San Miguel and Rain or Shine.

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