The Daily Tribune
SWEEP SURVIVOR: Defiant NorthPort hangs tough, keeps finals hopes alive
NorthPort avoided a sweep in the PBA Commissioner's Cup semifinals by defeating Barangay Ginebra 108-103, extending the series to a Game 5.
Arvin Tolentino led the Batang Pier with 20 points, nine rebounds, 11 assists, and four steals, hitting crucial free throws in the final seconds.
Kadeem Jack was instrumental with 39 points, 15 rebounds, and 5 assists, and also made a clutch turnaround jumper with 19.3 seconds remaining to seal the win.
The Batang Pier's improved energy and aggressiveness on defense, including pressure defense from backcourt to frontcourt, were key factors in their victory.
NorthPort managed to avoid Ginebra's broom after being blown out by an average of 20.6 points in the first three games.
Game 5 of the series is scheduled for Friday.
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