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NorthPort snaps eight-game losing skid, spoils NLEX' bid for top spot
NorthPort shocked the league-leading NLEX Road Warriors with a 113-108 victory, snapping their own eight-game losing streak in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup.
The win marks only NorthPort's second victory in the all-Pinoy conference, while NLEX suffered only their third loss in 11 games and also had their bid for the top spot spoiled.
After trailing 54-46 at halftime, NorthPort erupted for 40 points in the third period to take an 86-76 lead.
Fran Yu sealed the victory for NorthPort with a crucial jumper in the final moments, extending their lead.
Robert Herndon missed a potential game-tying four-point play and Cade Flores sealed the win with a free throw.
Cade Flores led NorthPort with 26 points and 15 rebounds, while Fran Yu added 21 points, and Calvin Abueva contributed 19 points.
Robert Herndon scored 21 points for NLEX, with Robert Bolick and Brandon Ramirez adding 16 points each.
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