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Meralco snaps NLEX' six-game winning streak
Meralco snapped NLEX's six-game winning streak with a 108-92 victory in the PBA Philippine Cup, improving their playoff chances.
The Bolts, who trailed at halftime, surged in the third quarter with a 10-0 run to take a commanding lead.
CJ Cansino was instrumental in the fourth quarter, scoring 11 of his 20 points to help Meralco secure the win.
Chris Newsome led Meralco with 21 points, while Cansino contributed 20, Bong Quinto had 18, Chris Banchero 16, and Cliff Hodge 12.
Cliff Hodge returned to the lineup after serving a one-game suspension.
Robert Bolick scored a game-high 22 points for NLEX, who now share second place with San Miguel Beer at 6-2.
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The Meralco Bolts ended NLEX's six-game winning streak with a 108-92 victory, improving their record to an even 5-5.
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Meralco ended a two-game losing streak by defeating Blackwater 103-85 in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup at the Ynares Center in Antipolo.
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Meralco defeated Barangay Ginebra, 82-73, in the PBA Philippine Cup, ending their elimination round campaign with a three-game winning streak and securing at least a playoff appearance.
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The NLEX Road Warriors achieved a franchise-best winning streak of six games in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup, with their current record standing at 6-1.
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Meralco captain Chris Newsome was named PBA Press Corps-Pilipinas Live Player of the Week for leading the Bolts to two crucial wins, ending a two-game losing streak.
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