NLEX edges San Miguel in OT thriller

Updated Sat, August 31, 2024 at 9:25 PM Published Sat, August 31, 2024 at 12:20 AM

NLEX narrowly defeated San Miguel Beer in an overtime thriller, 112-108, securing their third win in the PBA Governors' Cup.

The victory snapped NLEX's one-game skid and handed San Miguel Beer their second consecutive loss.

San Miguel forced overtime with a late surge, but NLEX proved steadier in the extra period.

Robbie Herndon sank a crucial three-pointer with 28.2 seconds left in overtime, extending NLEX's lead to 110-106.

Robert Bolick sealed the win with two free throws, making the final score 112-108.

CJ Perez and Chris Ross missed their respective four-point attempts in the dying seconds, failing to tie the game.

Imports Myke Henry and Robert Bolick led NLEX in scoring with 33 and 20 points respectively, with five players scoring in double figures.

For San Miguel, import Jordan Adams scored 36 points, CJ Perez had 29, and June Mar Fajardo added 19.

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