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NLEX pulls plug on Phoenix’s bid
NLEX Road Warriors secured a quarterfinal berth and boosted their chances for a twice-to-beat advantage by defeating the Phoenix Fuel Masters 105-95 in the PBA Philippine Cup.
Robert Bolick led NLEX with 20 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists, while Javee Mocon contributed 23 points, nine rebounds, and three assists against his former team.
Despite Phoenix erasing a 13-point deficit in the third quarter, NLEX mounted a strong counterattack to secure the win, even while playing with only nine available players.
The Road Warriors played without Richie Rodger, Mike Miranda, Enoch Valdez, Jonnel Policarpio, and Dominic Fajardo due to injury or illness.
NLEX's seventh win in nine games put them in a good position to secure a Top 4 spot and the twice-to-beat incentive.
Phoenix was eliminated from playoff contention with a 2-7 record after losing four consecutive games.
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