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NorthPort snaps eight-game losing skid, spoils NLEX' bid for top spot
NorthPort upset NLEX Road Warriors, 113-108, ending an eight-game losing streak and spoiling NLEX's bid for the top spot in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup.
After trailing at halftime, NorthPort rallied with a 40-point third quarter to take an 86-76 lead.
NLEX mounted a late comeback, fueled by Robbie Herndon's four-point play, narrowing the gap to 110-108.
Fran Yu's jumper provided NorthPort with a crucial cushion, and Cade Flores sealed the victory with a split from the free-throw line.
Cade Flores led NorthPort with a double-double of 26 points and 15 rebounds, while Fran Yu contributed 21 points with five triples.
Robbie Herndon scored 21 points for NLEX, with Robert Bolick and Brandon Ramirez adding 16 points each.
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