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Highway blockade
NorthPort ended an eight-game losing streak by defeating NLEX 113-108 in the PBA Philippine Cup at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
Cade Flores was instrumental in NorthPort's victory, scoring 13 of his game-high 26 points during a pivotal 40-point third quarter.
Flores also contributed significantly with 15 rebounds, helping his team build a cushion against NLEX's late comeback attempt.
Fran Yu contributed 21 points and Calvin Abueva added 19 points, eight rebounds, four assists, and five steals for the Batang Pier.
NorthPort's performance comes despite the absence of Arvin Tolentino, who left the team to play in the Korean Basketball League.
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