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Hotshots dominate Fuel Masters to stay unbeaten
The Magnolia Hotshots extended their undefeated streak to 4-0 in the PBA Philippine Cup by defeating the Phoenix Fuel Masters 118-99 in Zamboanga City.
Ian Sangalang led Magnolia with 20 points, while hometown hero Mark Barroca contributed 18 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists.
Zavier Lucero and Paul Lee each scored 17 points, with Lucero also grabbing 11 rebounds for a double-double.
Magnolia established a significant lead in the second quarter with a 20-5 run, extending their advantage to 65-48 by halftime.
The Hotshots' lead peaked at 28 points, 107-79, following a Mark Barroca layup.
Despite a late Phoenix surge led by RR Garcia, timely shots from Russel Escoto and James Laput sealed the win for Magnolia.
Kai Ballungay and RR Garcia were the top scorers for Phoenix with 25 and 22 points respectively, while Jason Perkins added 17 points.
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