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Ginebra erases 18-point deficit, locks up Fajardo to stun San Miguel in Game 1
Barangay Ginebra San Miguel staged an 18-point comeback to defeat the San Miguel Beermen 73-71 in Game 1 of their PBA Philippine Cup semifinals series.
Scottie Thompson led Ginebra with 16 points and eight rebounds, despite dealing with cramps.
Japeth Aguilar contributed significantly with 18 points and nine rebounds, including a crucial block on June Mar Fajardo in the final moments.
Stephen Holt knocked down the go-ahead triple for his first points of the game, helping Ginebra secure the victory.
Raymond Aguilar also provided key minutes and six points when Japeth Aguilar got into foul trouble.
CJ Perez scored 21 points and grabbed seven rebounds for San Miguel, who couldn't sustain an early 43-25 lead.
June Mar Fajardo was held to six points and shot poorly, while appearing to limp during the game.
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