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‘Big heart’: Aaron Fuller bucks eye injury as Rain or Shine gets back at Magnolia in OT thriller
Rain or Shine took a 2-1 lead over Magnolia in their PBA Governors' Cup quarterfinals series following an 111-106 overtime victory.
Import Aaron Fuller played through a torn cornea in his left eye, sustained in Game 2, and was instrumental with 29 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists, including crucial overtime plays.
Coach Yeng Guiao highlighted Fuller's inspirational effort, noting he was a game-time decision after the injury.
Jhonard Clarito sealed the win with a late steal in overtime, contributing 18 points.
Other key scorers for Rain or Shine included Gian Mamuyac and Andrei Caracut with 15 points each, Santi Santillan with 13 points and 13 rebounds, and Beau Belga with 10 points.
The team's victory marked a significant rebound after suffering their worst loss in franchise history in Game 2.
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