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Beermen take 2-0 lead with late burst
San Miguel Beermen defeated Converge FiberXers, 107-100, to take a commanding 2-0 lead in their PBA Governors' Cup quarterfinals series.
Import EJ Anosike led the Beermen with 41 points, nine rebounds, and five assists, while June Mar Fajardo added 15 points and 16 rebounds.
Converge import Jalen Jones scored 36 points and 12 rebounds in the losing effort.
Justin Arana scored 12 points before hyperextending his knee, preventing him from finishing the game.
San Miguel coach Jorge Gallent praised his team's composure in the final six minutes of the game.
The Beermen can advance to the semifinals with a win on Monday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
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