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Kelly Williams repays Chot’s trust by keeping TNT alive
TNT narrowly defeated Magnolia, 80-79, to advance to the PBA semifinals and keep their grand slam aspirations alive.
Kelly Williams was the hero for TNT, sinking the game-winning free throws with 2.7 seconds left after being fouled by Ian Sangalang.
Calvin Oftana sealed the victory for TNT with a defensive stop, intercepting an inbound pass.
Roger Pogoy led TNT with 18 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists, becoming the 101st member of the 5,000-point club.
Oftana also contributed 18 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 steals.
Head coach Chot Reyes acknowledged the team's luck and praised their spirit in overcoming a depleted roster due to injuries to Rey Nambatac and Brian Heruela.
Williams' game-winning free throws mirrored a controversial foul call against him in the 2012 Commissioner's Cup Finals.
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