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Young guns keeping Hotshots unscathed
The Magnolia Hotshots are currently leading the PBA Philippine Cup with an unbeaten record in three games.
Head coach Chito Victolero credits the team's success to a blend of young talent and veteran leadership.
Young players like Zavier Lucero and Jerom Lastimosa have been instrumental, providing crucial scoring and hustle.
Lucero led the team with 24 points, while Lastimosa added 21 points, including five in overtime, in their recent 98-95 overtime win against the San Miguel Beermen.
This victory involved overcoming a 14-point deficit in the third quarter.
Lucero and Lastimosa combined for 12 points in the fourth quarter comeback.
Lastimosa also contributed a key assist to Mark Barroca's game-sealing jumper in overtime.
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